Children's Literature Graduates

Mara Mandradjieff, ’08

Adjunct Professor of Dance, Gender Studies Affiliate, Kennesaw State University; Adjunct Professor of Dance, Emory University; Executive Director and Founder, Lume Foundation

"The Program truly paved my future career path and encouraged my intellectual growth. I remember these eye-opening experiences and strive to enrich my students in a similar fashion." Read More »

Children's Literature Graduates

Paige Carlson, ’09

Assistant to the Vice President / Director of Manufacturing, Penguin Young Readers

"The passion for children's literature that the program inspired in me will always shine, in every conversation I have with publishers, printers, authors, editors, and academics." Read More »

Children's Literature Graduates

Elizabeth F. Criswell ’04

Early Childhood Education Educator, University of Minnesota Twin Cities

"I pursued children's literature because of my love of literature and illustration and my interest in the history of this complex literary genre. It has helped me develop invaluable ways of thinking in my career as an educator." Read More »

Children's Literature Graduates

Jennifer Klein, ’06

Marketing Associate, International Department, Random House

"Needless to say, Pitt’s Children’s Literature program helped establish my career. Having that certificate really helped distinguish me from the hundreds of other applicants out there." Read More »

Children's Literature Graduates

Kelly Knisley, ’12

Editorial Assistant, Kumon Publishing

"I am now living my dream in New York City, creating books for children. I owe so much to the knowledgeable faculty and thoughtfully designed courses of the Children’s Literature Certificate program." Read More »

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News & Announcements

Congratulations to Jennifer Orie (1st place) and Bradley Petyak (2nd place), 2017 Children's Lit Paper Prize Winners!

Children in Pittsburgh Update!

New Children's Literature Elective: Englit 1635 Children in Pittsburgh

Congrats to Siobhan Vivian, New York Times Bestselling Author!

About the Program

It is rare to have the opportunity to study children's literature, but Pitt has offered courses in children's literature since as early as 1933! The Children's Literature Certificate provides students with a springboard for many areas of professional work and study. Read about Pitt's pioneering history in children's literature and childhood studies, see the national awards won by our students and faculty, and find out what students are saying about the program.

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Using timelines, essays, and art, this interactive project allows you to investigate the various ways in which people have imagined childhood over the centuries. Visit the site >

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