Violent crimes and domestic violence are notoriously high in South Africa, which leaves many children defenceless to struggle with emotions such as loneliness and sadness. The healthy development and socialisation of children can be difficult in a society characterised by domestic tribulations, poverty, crime, single-parent homes, and absent…

This small action research study (ARS) began with a review of the literature examining the relationship of gangsta rap in regards to academic achievement, self-esteem, decision-making, identity issues and development of young African American males. The purpose of the ARS was to examine the correlation between gangsta rap and its influence on 5th…

Although the strong link between maternal education and children's outcomes is one of the most well-established findings in developmental psychology (Reardon, 2011; Sirin, 2005), less is known about how young, low-income children are influenced by their mothers completing additional education. In this research, longitudinal data from the Head…

Previous research has focused on who the primary attachment figures are for children in middle childhood, but there has been relatively little research on other important people who may fulfill attachment needs. The goal of the study was to identify who children use as non-parental attachment figures and to examine whether children's use varies…

The main research question of this study is whether children's emotional responses to specific stress-evoking situations (anger or anxiety) and the coping strategies they would use are related. Furthermore, it is asked if these relationships are consistent over a specific age range. A total sample of 432 second graders participated in a…

The preparation of teachers to teach art to elementary school children is discussed. (CK)

THE OUTLINE WAS ONE OF A NUMBER OF SYLLABI FOR TRAINING PROJECTS UNDER THE AUSPICES OF THE TRAINING CENTER IN YOUTH DEVELOPMENT, THE COURSE PROVIDED FUNDAMENTAL INFORMATION, WHICH WOULD SHARPEN TRAINEES' POWERS OF OBSERVATION AND STIMULATE DESIRE FOR FURTHER STUDY AND EXPLORATION. THE CENTRAL AIM WAS TO HELP THE PARTICIPANTS AUGMENT THEIR…

This document consists of a translation and analysis of a set of grammar "Readers" in use in Communist China in the first five grades of elementary school from about 1958 through 1966. The analysis begins with a discussion of the background and sources of the selections in the "Readers," proceeds to a discussion of moral and…

The goal of this book is to assist parents in understanding their children's behavior. Chapter one focuses on the transition to school and addresses preparation, first-day jitters, changing schools, when to begin elementary school, promotion, and retention. Chapter two addresses academic issues at school and focuses on dealing with learning…