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Peer reviewedApseloff, Marilyn – Children's Literature in Education, 1979
Notes that poetry written for adults offers children qualities that are often lacking in children's poetry books: a more mature, sophisticated use of language and imagery, and an intriguing, early introduction to figures whose works they will undoubtedly study later. Suggests specific poems that children can enjoy. (HOD)
Descriptors: Childhood Interests, Children, Elementary Education, Literature Appreciation
Minard, Rosemary – Instructor, 1974
Author strongly recommended the importance of fairy tales and fantasy for children's educational and cultural development. (Author/RK)
Descriptors: Child Development, Childhood Interests, Cultural Enrichment, Literature Appreciation
Roth, Ilene – Instructor, 1974
Author initiated a literature project which focused on fantasy that motivated students to write their own fantasies. (RK)
Descriptors: Childhood Interests, Literature Appreciation, Reading Skills, Story Telling
Peer reviewedPeters, William H. – Elementary School Journal, 1972
The preparation for a lifetime of reading enjoyment makes children's literature that special something.'' (Author/CB)
Descriptors: Books, Childhood Interests, Childrens Literature, Literature Appreciation
Troike, Dorothy – Elementary English, 1973
Descriptors: Childhood Interests, Childrens Literature, Literary Criticism, Literary Devices
Beer, Patricia – Times Educational Supplement (London), 1976
In this article, the last of the Recollections series, the author remembers her "bookish" childhood. (Editor/RK)
Descriptors: Books, Childhood Attitudes, Childhood Interests, Childrens Literature
Byars, Betsy – Horn Book Magazine, 1985
Reflects on childhood memories of reading a number of books by Leo Edwards and Margaret Pedler. (EL)
Descriptors: Childhood Interests, Childrens Literature, Fiction, Literature Appreciation
Chambers, Aidan – Horn Book Magazine, 1982
Suggests that students authoring and publishing books for younger children can produce extraordinary results, not the least of which is the effect on children--the ones who make the books and the ones for whom they are made--as readers of literature. (AEA)
Descriptors: Books, Childhood Interests, Childrens Literature, Literature Appreciation
Bond, Michael – Horn Book Magazine, 1980
Discusses the author's childhood reading experiences, his thoughts about his "Paddington" books, his writing procedures, and considerations in writing books for children. (GT)
Descriptors: Childhood Interests, Children, Childrens Literature, Early Childhood Education
Download full textTway, Eileen – 1974
Classroom interaction, both student-teacher and student-student, provides a stimulating atmosphere for literature and creative writing discussions. Various recent research studies support the thesis that literature is an important influence on children's creative writing. Thus, teacher directed discussions require special skills involving not only…
Descriptors: Childhood Interests, Classroom Communication, Creative Writing, Group Discussion
Holdridge, Barbara, Ed. – 1986
This illustrated collection of poetic excerpts from the plays and sonnets of William Shakespeare is designed to be read and appreciated by young people. The 39 excerpts in the collection follow the "7 ages of man" pattern from childhood to old age. The collection's introduction by the famous Shakespearean scholar, A.L. Rowse, recounts…
Descriptors: Childhood Interests, Creativity, English Literature, Figurative Language
Peer reviewedAylwin, Tony – Children's Literature in Education, 1981
Suggests activities that are intended to help children understand and become more familiar with the legends and myths that are read to them. Argues that the study of classical myths and legends should be part of the English curriculum. (HOD)
Descriptors: Childhood Interests, Educational Needs, English Curriculum, English Instruction
Cooper, Susan – Horn Book Magazine, 1980
Analyzes the special qualities of a number of books (especially Walter de la Mare's "Come Hither") that have delighted the author as a child and as an adult. Pinpoints three qualities: a "tough" story, precise language, and creative imagery. (GT)
Descriptors: Childhood Interests, Childrens Literature, Emotional Response, Imagery
Peer reviewedClark, Leonard – Children's Literature in Education, 1978
Suggests that if it is the duty of education to help children develop their powers of language and their knowledge of literature, then it is also its duty to see that poetry is presented to children, for in poetry, language is seen at its best and strongest. (HOD)
Descriptors: Childhood Interests, Children, Childrens Literature, Educational Needs
Peer reviewedMerrick, Brian – Children's Literature in Education, 1979
Describes poetry programs presented to children by a troupe of performers who incorporated music, humor, and audience response in their performances. Lists qualities of the shows that contributed to their success with children. (HOD)
Descriptors: Childhood Interests, Drama, Elementary Secondary Education, Humor
