The Children’s Literature Association (ChLA) is a non-profit association dedicated to the academic study of literature for children.
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As the conference gets closer, we wanted to remind you that ChLA 2026 will be using the Whova app for our program. Now is a great time to download the app!
As soon as the program is ready, we will send out an email with information with the event codes and login information.
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This year's conference program includes the Membership Committees's panel, “Mister Rogers’ Fishbowl”, which will be held on Thursday, May 28 at 1:30PM.
This panel is designed to be an interactive session on the accessibility of real, functional, and pedagogical neighborhoods.
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Congrats to our 2026 award winners and grant recipients! We will recognize and celebrate our winners and recipients at our conference in Pittsburgh.
We hope you can join us at our Awards Ceremony on Saturday, May 30, 2026. Winners and recipients can be viewed on our website.
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This year's conference program includes the Membership Committees's panel, "Syllabus Swap," which will be held on Thursday, May 28 at 4:50-6:10PM.
“Syllabus Swap” is designed to assist instructors in incorporating innovative and creative teaching methods in the classroom.
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Folks are asking for information about local Pittsburgh LGBTQ and BIPOC communities. There are tons of great resources we can share, so we've started a section in our FAQ doc! To access that document, see the link below or visit the conference page.
docs.google.com/document/d/1…
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Just a quick reminder, May 1st is coming up, which means early bird registration is closing soon. If you know you’re coming, we highly recommend registering for the conference now before rates go up!
The program is also live and available on the website. See you in Pittsburgh!
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The Omni William Penn Hotel will be hosting us from May 28, 2026 through May 30, 2026 through a series of panels, presentations, and award ceremonies!
Reserve a room by April 27th to take advantage of conference rates and availability.
Learn more here: childlitassn.org/chla-2026--…
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Every year, ChLA’s conference program includes several panels organized by some of ChLA’s committees. This year’s guaranteed panel by the Membership Committee is "Building a Mentorship Network."
This panel is directed at you to help build the career you have always envisioned.
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Because we understand you have questions, the ChLA’s Membership Committee is inviting you to a “Pre-Conference Info Session” to help you get the answers you need!
When🗓️⏰: Friday, April 17, 2026 at 11am CST
How📝: Check your email for Zoom info or visit: chla.memberclicks.net/
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Hello, Neighbor! We understand how difficult it must be to arrive in a new area, city, or country. Finding restaurants, convenience stores, or even a corner store to find a cup of coffee can prove to be a challenge.
Here's Our Guide to Pittsburgh:
drive.google.com/drive/folde…
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Every year, the Children’s Literature Association hosts more than 250 presenters, staff, board members, and attendees, and we need your help!
If it seems like your type of day, or if you want to try something new, please fill out this form: forms.gle/CFmY4GSPb8ikwcnA8
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Hello Neighbors! Our yearly conference will be held in Pittsburgh, The Steel City! 🌆
“Imagined Spaces, Real Divides: Neighbors and Neighborhoods in Children’s Literature, Media, and Culture”
📍 Omni William Penn Hotel
🗓 May 28–30, 2026
More info: childlitassn.org/
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ChLA Members, you should have received an email with your unique ballot link to vote in our Executive, Board, and Committee elections. If you have not received your ballot, and you are an up-to-date member, please reach out to info@childlitassn.org
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19 Dec 2025
Please join Mark I. West on the Global Committee's blog as he responds to the Border Patrol's "Operation Charlotte's Web" in Charlotte, NC. #ChildrensBooks #Immigrants #ebwhite #charlottesweb
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15 Oct 2025
Deadline has been extended to October 31, 2025 for the 2026 Conference!
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11 Sep 2025
🌍 The ChLA Global Committee is excited to welcome our new members for 2025! We’re thrilled to have passionate scholars and advocates join us as we continue to explore and celebrate global children’s literature.
Learn more: childlitassn.wixsite.com/int…
#ChLA #GlobalCommittee #ChYALit
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2 Sep 2025
📣 #CFP: #ChLA2026 Global Committee Panel
“Borders, Bridges & Belonging: Neighborhoods in Global Children’s & YA Lit”
🗓️ May 28–30, 2026 | Pittsburgh
📝 Due Sept 30, 2025
💸 Travel grants available
🔗 Details: childlitassn.wixsite.com/int…
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27 Aug 2025
Join Tian Gao on the Global Committee's blog as we explore the complex morality of #JapaneseFairyTales #Folklore #ChLALit
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16 May 2025
In honor of #AAPIHeritageMonth, join Mark I. West on the Global Committee's blog as he explores the Asian American immigrant experience through the eyes of young protagonists in children's literature #ChildrensBooks #ChYALit #ImmigrantStories
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11 Dec 2024
🔍 Unraveling the mystery of the childlike adult in Detective Pikachu! Dive into the Global Committee's latest blog post for Rebecca Rowe's intriguing analysis #DetectivePikachu #pokemon #ChildLit #kidult
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