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Waters, Margaret M. – 1984
Many classics in children's literature have metaphoric structures that enhance the structure of the plot. Metaphor is not an added frill to creative writing, nor is it the private province of poets. It is a necessary part of everyday language. One viewpoint on metaphor can be found in studies on child language acquisition. Children do use…
Descriptors: Child Language, Childrens Literature, Cultural Traits, Elementary Education
