Ever since there were children, there has been children 's literature” (lerer, 2008). Children 's literature is a field that emerged long time since the age of Ancient Greek, but it was limited to one genre of literature which is short stories, most of them were told orally only. These stories became a kind of folklore, in which there are no exact records for them. However, with the development of the science, technology, psychology and philosophy, this field of literature had become more important
Children’s literature is the body of written works and accompanying illustrations produced inorder to entertain and instruct young people.The fundamental goal of children’s literature is to instruct and entertain. It covers various diverse themes such as mystery, fantasy and war. Some themes are discernible to the young reader, whereas some are more likely to be understood by an adult reader. This means that children’s literature is accessible to all ages, with different pieces of information
Krystelle Joy A. Calijan 2014-23903 CONCEPT PAPER Analysis of Children’s Books Selection Practices of Filipino Parents from Quezon City with Children Aged 3 to 10 Years Old Background of the Problem Children’s literature are materials that were created with the purpose of informing and entertaining young people (Library of Congress Collections Policy Statements: Children's Literature, 2008). This genre comprises of a wide variety of works, including picture books, easy-to-read stories, fairy
young children” Rereading books as an adult is completely different from reading it as a child, as we start to see things from a different perspective and a varied point of view. Children’s Literature is extremely vital as it provides the child with the chance of responding to literature and developing personal opinions. Moreover, it encourages deeper thoughts and emotional intelligence and imagination; it cultivates growth and development of personality and social skills. Giving children access
Motifs have a major role to play in children’s literature. One such motif that is utilised in children’s literature that is hugely significant is “The garden”. Motifs such as “The Garden” have been utilised as a setting in children’s literature and furthermore, the utilisation of the motif “The Garden” can signify a variety of perspectives on a child’s text. This assignment will highlight the significance of “The garden” as a motif in a selection of children’s stories and novels. Innocence, Christianity
Introduction: Children literature plays an important role in childhood education. Nowadays, many parents attach great importance to education. They tell children stories not only to entertain but also to teach important life and moral lessons (Lee, Ganea, & Larsen, 2017). According to prior researchers, “Books can have a more powerful impact on a child than is sometimes imagined, and that impact can last a lifetime. Those lessons learned earliest are the most difficult to alter.” (Burke et al., 2004)
(Becher, 1986). About the level of children, the results proven of each of Weikart (1981) conducted on children in Ypsilanti Perry program Preschool Project, and the study of Seitz (1971) on the children in Bank Street Model program, positive impacts on academic children's performance, and their own abilities, and motivation to learn. Children also showed a rise in Intellect than children who did not undergo these programs that have adopted the parent involvement
reason for presenting same-sex couples in books for children is the necessity of raising tolerant and thoughtful members of the society who are aware of the existence of different people. It does not concern only homosexuals as people can differ in a various ways such as disabled people, people of color and other religions believers. Therefore, it is important to show their existence not to exclude the great part of the society from children's world view thus depriving them of opportunity to learn
of watching cartoon channels on children. It is stated that in the living age of technology and information,it is good start to learn from schools as well as TV. TV programs cause more empathetic generation as TV plays an important role in making innovative adults and enhance their skills. Researchers have taken examples of Tom and Jerry, Dore- Mon and Loony Toons etc, that these are considered as favorites. But now these have drastic changes and effects children in a negative way as well. Advantages
In a society where children are bombarded with electronics and technology, it can be challenging to convince them to sit down and either read or listen to a story. Reading and hearing stories helps to spark children’s imaginations and dreams. For some children, bedtime stories are not only special for the heroes or princesses they feature, but also for the scheduled time they get to spend one on one with their parent or guardian. In order for children to learn to enjoy reading they must be able to