Episode Two: ‘Quality and Trash’

In this episode we discuss the controversial labels of ‘trash’ and ‘quality’…

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In this episode you will hear us discuss…

• The point of view of a teacher on how to deal with any children’s literature in a utilitarian way.


• The idea that ‘trashy’ and ‘quality’ children’s books actually support each other.


• The possibility for children to be ‘independent’ readers of fiction, and to form their own judgement about literature.


• The gender aspect of literary taste – what if the word ‘trash’ had been invented to label all things feminine?


• The formulaic and the unexpected in children’s literature.


• A dietetic approach to the consumption of literature. 

Lauren then treats us to a review of the beautiful middle grade novel Mimi, by John Newman.

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We hope you enjoy today’s episode. See you soon for a very special new one…