| Foreword | TANAKA Tomoko | 1 |
| Introductory Notes | | 2 |
| Contents | | 3 |
| Lecture Programs | | 4 |
| About the Speakers | | 5 |
| Introduction | IMADA Yuka | 7 |
| Overview of Childrenʼs Literature: The Power of Written Stories | YOKOKAWA Sumiko | 9 |
| What is “Poetry,” How to Enjoy It, and Poetic Elements in Japanese Childrenʼs Literature | MIYAKAWA Takeo | 21 |
| The Appeal of Folktales Passed Down through the Generations | KUBO Kayo | 33 |
| Characteristics of Picture Books as a Medium—Understanding Narrative Techniques | IMADA Yuka | 45 |
| How to Search for Childrenʼs Books Published in Japan Using NDL Search | HAYASHI Yoshinobu | 57 |
| Reference Materials | | 67 |