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Children's Literature Association (U.S.)

 Organization

Dates

  • Existence: 1973

Historical Information

The Children's Literature Association (ChLA) was formed in 1973 and consists of professors, teachers, scholars, students, and librarians who wish to promote children's literature in regards to criticism, scholarship, teaching, and research.

Citation:
Children's Literature Association. childlitassn.org. Accessed February 9, 2023. https://www.childlitassn.org/

Found in 4 Collections and/or Records:

Correspondence, 1975 - 2018

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSF 555, Series 2
Scope and Contents

This series includes personal and professional correspondence with family, friends, former students, and colleagues throughout May's extensive career, arranged alphabetically. Photographs found in correspondence remain within the original correspondence.

Dates: 1975 - 2018

Jill P. May papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSF 555
Scope and Contents The Jill P. May papers document the life and career of Professor of Emerita of the College of Education, Department of Curriculum and Education, Jill P. May. The majority of the papers date from the mid-1970s to May’s retirement in 2011. The collection documents the private and professional life of May, particularly her professional activities during her tenure at Purdue University. Some personal papers include May’s early life and education, in addition to correspondence with family members...
Dates: 1923 - 2018; Majority of material found within mid-1970s - 2011

Professional Activities, 1978 - 2018

 Sub-Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSF 555, Series 3, Sub-Series 3
Scope and Contents This sub-series includes documents, pamphlets, photographs, planners, and electronic media related to professional activities May was involved in during her lengthy career at Purdue University. This includes conferences, residencies, programs May was involved in, and book contracts. Of note are materials on the e-journal May co-edited, First Opinions, Second Reactions, her involvement in the Old Master's Program at Purdue, and the creation of the Lloyd Alexander Essay/Scholarship award....
Dates: 1978 - 2018

Professional Career, 1923 - 2018, bulk: 1975 - 2018

 Series — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSF 555, Series 3
Scope and Contents The Professional Career series holds materials related to May's extensive career at Purdue University and is categorized under three sub-series: Teaching, Writing and Research, and Professional Activities. A large portion of this series includes writings and research May conducted in addition to her teaching duties, and also her participation in many professional organizations such as the Children's Literature Association. Types of materials include teaching materials, manuscripts, research...
Dates: 1923 - 2018; Majority of material found within 1975 - 2018