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Egan, Kieran – Young Children, 1994
Examines classic fairy tales, noting the lack of attention given the role of imagination in children's learning. Discusses features of fairy stories such as structure, oppositional concepts, and emotional component, then infers four principles about young children's learning. Gives two examples of how these principles can influence teaching to be…
Descriptors: Abstract Reasoning, Affective Behavior, Early Childhood Education, Emotional Response