Mirrors and Windows: Lucille Clifton and African American Identity in Children’s Books

Key Points

• The symposium emphasizes the importance of African American children’s literature in shaping cultural identity.
• Lucille Clifton's contributions to literature are central to understanding African American identity among young readers.
• This discussion reflects growing recognition of diverse narratives in children's literature.
• The Special Issue aims to deepen the exploration of identity representation in children's books.