Craig A. Young

Craig A. Young is a Professor in the Department of K-12, Health and Physical Education, & Middle Level & Secondary Education at Bloomsburg University, part of the College of Arts, Social Sciences, Humanities and Education. He teaches undergraduate preservice teachers specializing in English Language Arts and social studies methods.

His educational background includes:

• Ph.D. in Education from the University of Virginia
• M.T. in Elementary Education from the University of Virginia
• B.S.Ed. in Secondary English/Language Arts from West Virginia University

Dr. Young's research centers on diversity in children's literature with specific emphasis on LGBTQIA+ representation in picture books. As co-editor of the Journal of Children's Literature, his work investigates teacher book selection practices and the implementation of inclusive curricula through online book clubs and professional development.

His recent publications (2022-2025) reveal consistent focus on integrating LGBTQIA+ inclusive literature into teacher education, highlighting methodologies for critical dialogue about book selection and community-based support systems for educators implementing inclusive practices.