noun
- children's literature; books, stories, and other written works written for or appealing to children
Usage: informal; often used in publishing and education contexts; plural form; singular is 'kidlit'
Examples
- The publisher specializes in kidlits for elementary school readers.
- Many classic kidlits have been adapted into animated films.
- She studied kidlits in her graduate program on children's education.
- The library's kidlits section includes both fiction and nonfiction titles.
- Award-winning kidlits often feature diverse characters and inclusive themes.
- Parents often recommend their favorite kidlits to friends with young children.