The collection contains papers of Kathryn Bryan Nelson including her writings, professional correspondence, and certificates and awards. Items in this collection include essays and articles written by Kathryn Elizabeth Nelson regarding her work with Child Development Association, the Junior League of St. Louis, Learning Achievement Center at St. Louis Community College, the Danforth Foundation, and Family Academy. Other items in the collection include a 2004 appointment book, professional correspondence from the Missouri Association of Community and Junior Colleges, St. Louis Comprehensive Neighborhood Health Center, the Danforth Foundation, Promise Center, and Child Day Care Association; “A Handbook for Volunteer Teachers in the Junior Kindergarten,” Summer 1964; and Final Documentation Report for the Child Development Associate Training Project, 1973-1976.