Children’s Literature Conference

A 40-Year Love Story: Celebrating Books, Students, Educators and the Magic In-Between. What happens when you bring the best minds in children’s literature into one room with the educators who bring those stories to life? For 40 years, the answer has been simple: it’s magic.

Since our inception, the Shenandoah University Children’s Literature Conference has served as a bridge between the creators of our most notable books and the librarians and teachers who put them into the hands of children. We’ve hosted hundreds of the brightest authors and illustrators in the field, and thousands of educators have left our campus with renewed purpose.

As we mark our 40th anniversary, we invite you to be part of the story. Whether you are looking for new classroom strategies or simply want to be rejuvenated by the work you love, this conference is for you. To our many past attendees: Consider this your official invitation to come home and celebrate 40 years of community with us. Come share in the power of great books and the company of peers and authors who understand the importance of what you do every day.