Wisconsin Women Write for Children Event

        Wisconsin Women Write for Children

Come for desserts and coffee in a beautiful historic mansion.
The Woman’s Club of Wisconsin is the setting for this presentation.

Writers include:  Carole Barrowman, Ann Bausum, Lois Ehlert, Janet Halfmann,
Barbara Joosse, JoAnn Early Macken, Lisa Moser

Where:
The Woman’s Club of Wisconsin

813 East Kilbourn Avenue

Milwaukee, WI 53202
(Free valet parking available)

When:
Tuesday May 14th
Doors open at 6:00 pm
Program is from 6:30-8:30 pm

Registration:
Registration fee is $15, with $5 for students.
Registration deadline is April 28th

Make checks payable to The Center for Children’s Literature

Mail to: Carthage College, 2001 Alford Park Drive, Kenosha, WI 53140
Jstewig@carthage.edu           or   262-552-5480

Carthage College Center for Children's Literature
                                                          

Thursday, October 14: David Diaz at The Center for Children's Literature

The Center for Children's Literature is proud to announce two opportunities to hear from celebrated children's literature illustrator David Diaz, winner of the Caldecott award for Smoky Night. Mr. Diaz will speak at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 13, at the Southwest Kenosha Public Library, and at 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 14, during Carthage's Family Fun Night in Hedberg Library.

Visiting from his home in Carlsbad, Calif., Mr. Diaz will share his experience of illustrating for more than 25 years. He has illustrated many award-winning books for children including Smoky Night by Eve Bunting, for which he was awarded the Caldecott Medal; The Wanderer by Sharon Creech, which received a Newbery Honor; and Diego: Bigger Than Life by Carmen T. Bernier-Grand, a Pura Belpré Honor Award winner. Mr. Diaz is also a graphic designer, painter and an accomplished ceramic artist.

Join the Center for Children's Literature during these two exciting events to hear about the creative process of this impressive artist and the magic of children's books. Books will be available for purchase and signing. There is no charge to attend.

For further information, contact jstewig@carthage.edu or (262) 552-5480.

CENTER FOR CHILDREN’S LITERATURE’S ANNUAL SEUSS-A-THON

The Carthage College Center for Children's Literature will he hosting its annual Seuss-a-thon on Saturday, February 26, 2011, in the Hedberg Library at Carthage College in Kenosha. From 9:00am to 5:00pm, various performances of Seussical and readings of Dr. Seuss books will take place, interactive activities will be provided, and gourmet green eggs and ham will be served. There will even be a visit from the Cat in the Hat himself!

You are welcome to stop by and listen throughout the day, or sign up for a time to read. For information on reserving a time to read or making a donation, contact Marilyn Ward, Professor of Education at Carthage College, either by phone (262) 551-5875 or by email mward@carthage.edu.

Carthage College's Center for Children's Literature Announces 2 Fall Events

The Center for Children's Literature at Carthage College in Kenosha, Wisconsin, invites you to a tea in honor of Leonard Marcus on September 16th from 4:30-6:00 pm in the Hedberg Library. The author of "Golden Legacy" will informally speak about his creation on the history of Western Publishing. There is no attendance fee, but due to limited space, please contact John Stewig, (262)-552-5480 or jstewig@carthage.edu, if you are able to join us. More information can be found at www.carthage.edu/childliterature.


The Center for Children's Literature is pleased to offer a conference, "The Business of Children's Publishing" on Friday, October 17 and Saturday, October 18. The conference offers an inside look at how children's books get made and will feature a publisher, marketing manager, editor, agent, art director, and illustrator. Authors Gary D. Schmidt and Jan Greenberg, as well as author/illustrator Timothy Basil Ering will offer their perspectives as book creators. For further information, contact John W. Stewig at (262) 552-5480 or email jstewig @carthage.edu. A downloadable registration form that contains more information can be found at the Center's website, www.carthage.edu/childliterature.