Children's Literature Research Articles

An Inquiry into the English Translation of Chinese Children's Literature from the Perspective of Reception Aesthetics: A Case Study of Bronze and Sunflower

An Inquiry into the English Translation of Chinese Children's Literature from the Perspective of Reception Aesthetics: A Case Study of Bronze and Sunflower

Pages that leave a mark: the role of storytelling in the development of language, cognition, and memory in children

Children's literature plays various roles in the development of children, serving as an important pedagogical, didactic, and therapeutic tool. Fables and tales represent a global heritage, spanning generations, eras, and locations, responsible for educating, entertaining, and raising awareness in diverse populations. In this integrative review, it aims to gather studies on the importance and effects of storytelling, linking this act to its role in the child population and seeking to understand if there are already known effects in the literature that correlate it with the development of memory in these individuals. To this end, the present study was conducted through the search for published works available in the PubMed, Scielo, and Google Scholar databases, using the PICo qualitative strategy for integrative reviews. In this way, it is observed that this act has repercussions in various aspects of child development. From shaping values to aiding in the school environment, reducing anxiety, developing linguistic and auditory skills, as well as improving working memory in these individuals. Therefore, storytelling is not just a recreational activity but an essential practice that profoundly influences the emotional, cognitive, and linguistic well-being of children, directly related to their memory development. This review has contributed to the understanding that the telling and retelling of stories can be used as an intervention tool.

Comparison of Intrinsic Elements of Indonesian and German Children's Literature to Enrich Character Education for Indonesian Children

Children's literature has many benefits, including being a medium of entertainment and a medium for character education for children. Children's literature contains various noble values that readers can internalize daily. This research uses two objects of children's literature: the Indonesian children's literature book Dru dan Negeri Lima Kerajaan by Clara Ng and Renata Owen and the German novel Apfelkuchen und Baklava by Kathrin Rohmann. This research aims to compare two intrinsic elements from the two novels as material for character education for students in Indonesia. The intrinsic elements in both novels are characters, setting, theme, and message. The research results show that the intrinsic elements of both novels have symbolic meanings that contain noble values such as patience, courage, kindness, sincerity, acceptance, and openness. Therefore, it can be concluded that the two novels can be used as material for enriching student and Indonesian character education and cultivating global character.

Fiction books translations for children: publishing in Lithuania in 1940-1990

Translated literature comprises a significant portion of all children's books in Lithuania. Often, works originally written for adults become popular as children's literature worldwide (e.g., D. Defoe's, J. Swift's, A. Dumas', Ch. Perrault's, and others). As a result, many book editors face difficulties in determining the appropriate target audience for these books. Consequently, the same classic literary work, published in Lithuania at different times, may be aimed at various reader groups (for example, "Robinson Crusoe"). Fiction has always constituted the largest portion of children's books in Lithuania (in some years, up to 93%). Translations made up 54.7% of all children's fiction published from 1940 until 1990. The majority of these books are prose and are primarily aimed at younger and middle-school-age readers (65.9%), with the smallest portion targeted at older school-age readers (15.9%). Poetry accounts for 11% of all children's book translations, with the majority of it intended for younger readers. Between 1940 and 1990, 1881 translated fiction books for children were published in Lithuania. These books were translated from 29 languages representing 88 nations worldwide by more than 800 translators. The majority of these books were translated from Russian (about 45%). The literary and folklore books of various nations within the U.S.S.R. comprise 60.7% of all children's translations. Of these, 79.7% were by Russian creators, while the remaining 20.3% were by creators from 31 other nations within the U.S.S.R. There were many challenges associated with translations, most of which were dictated by central departments in Moscow that regulated all publishing activities in the Soviet Union.

Using ChatGPT to Enrich Children Literature and Enhance their Vocabulary Repertoire

Using ChatGPT to Enrich Children Literature and Enhance their Vocabulary Repertoire

The Environmental Function of Animal Characters Across Different Literary Genres

This article explores the remarkable versatility of animal images and characters through their function in literature. The representation of animals in literature has emerged as one of the powerful tools for promoting environmental awareness and advocacy. Across diverse literary genres, the use of animal imagery and characters serves a multitude of functions in catalyzing ecological consciousness. In lyrical nature writing, vivid descriptions of animals and their habitats evoke emotional resonance, inviting readers to appreciate the fragility and resilience of ecosystems. Allegorical narratives, meanwhile, employ animal protagonists to challenge societal norms and expose environmental injustices through metaphorical storytelling. Even in children's literature, charming portrayals of animal characters serve as accessible gateways for young readers to the natural world.

Connecting Compassion: Empathy's Role in STEM and Literacy Integration

AbstractEmpathy, an unsung, yet critical element of learning, can be strategically interlaced with literacy instruction and engineering design to create a rich and authentic learning experience for students. Integrated STEM education rests on the promise of engaging students and providing deep understandings through the intentional practice of delivering science and math content through the application of technology and engineering skills. Using children's literature to activate empathy and design thinking can help students become better problem‐solvers, critical thinkers, and caring members of society. Empathy facilitates a deeper connection to the human experience, ensuring that solutions not only meet the design requirements, but also address the emotions and concerns of the end user. Building upon story grammar, students can understand the needs of characters in narratives and create empathetic solutions to the challenges that characters in a book may face, ultimately helping students develop confidence and embrace their future possibilities.

Financial literacy in the Early Years of Primary School: children's literature as a proposal for children to reflect on conscious consumption

Financial Literacy is understood as the ability to understand, analyze and apply financial concepts in everyday situations, not necessarily linked to money, but which cover topics such as conscious consumption, sustainability, the environment and other ways of being and relating to the world. Based on this concept, this paper, which is part of a dissertation developed as part of a professional master's degree, aims to present a pedagogical practice carried out at the interface of Literature and Mathematics, designed to address Financial Literacy topics with students in the Early Years of Primary School. The dialogues established with the children raise questions about conscious consumption, sustainability and respect for the environment, topics that run counter to the attitudes encouraged by the consumer society.

Artistic features of Lydia Kossutskaya’s prose for children (based on the material of the Kazakh literary online magazine Daktil)

Children's literature is a unique means of reflecting ideas existing in society. It plays a vital role in shaping the cultural background of the nation and each individual member of society. The children's prose of Lydia Kossuthskaya has been little studied, since the writer devotes the main place to prose in her work. The need to expand ideas about the structure of Lydia Kossutskaya’s children’s stories determines the significance of this work. Possessing artistic value, Kossuthskaya's children's prose needs thorough research. The novelty of the work lies in the attempt to comprehend the internal patterns of Kossuthskaya’s children’s prose, which can be explored through a consistent and systematic analysis of poetics. The purpose of this article is to analyze L. Kossutskaya’s prose for children from the point of view of the features of her poetics (artistic language). Based on the results obtained, it is possible to expand the understanding of the poetics of children's stories of both Kossuth and Kazakh literature in general.

Artistic mutilation of genitalia: an interpretive analysis of representations of genitalia in Indian school science textbooks

ABSTRACT Visual representations (and their censorship) are carriers of messages and are powerful tools to invoke discourses. Visuals are not just supplements to written text; rather, these can be read independently as the primary text and are crucial to scientific communication, particularly in life sciences. This paper aims to investigate various textbook depictions of genitalia and examine how ideologies are manifested through visuals in relation to the human body. Here we try to unpack the visual representations of genitalia in different discursive spaces within Indian science textbooks from 6th to 12th grade. We position our study within the hermeneutic methodological landscape and apply the socio-semiotic analytic framework developed by Serafini [Serafini, Frank. 2010. “Reading Multimodal Texts: Perceptual, Structural and Ideological Perspectives.” Children's Literature in Education 41 (2): 85–104. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10583-010-9100-5], consisting of three analytic perspectives: perceptual, structural, and ideological, to interpret the visual images of genitalia and the ideological matrix that produced these images. Our analysis of textbooks' portrayal reveals a tendency to censor or obscure genital depictions. The paper discusses the potential effects of these representations on students' health and relationships with their bodies and argues that they must engage in dialogue with discourses challenging normative understandings of the body and remain open to change.

VINAY AND DARBELNET’S TRANSLATING PROCEDURES USED IN TRANSLATING: ‘THE VILLAGE LEADER’ CHILDREN’S SHORT STORY BY ALYSSON CURRO

This study analyzed the translation procedures used in the translation of the children's short story "The Village Leader" from English to Indonesian. The study found that literal translation was the only translation procedure used in the translation of the story. Literal translation is a direct translation procedure that translates word-by-word processes with consideration towards the grammar and idiomatic structures from the source language to the target language. The high frequency of literal translation usage in this study suggests its importance in maintaining the original meaning and context of the story, ensuring that the translated version is easily understood by the target audience, especially children. The study highlights the importance of translation in bridging linguistic and cultural gaps, especially in the context of children's literature. The research method used in the study, which involved qualitative analysis and content analysis, was appropriate for in-depth understanding of the messages, values, and social context contained in the story.

Poetry Writing and Reading Training Using Picture Media for Teachers and Students of SB. Aisyiyah Kampung Pandan, Malaysia

Learning children's literature through writing and reading poetry, a child can express life experiences and learn to express various problems and how to deal with them. Through learning literature one can get entertainment and pleasure. Besides that, through literature in the form of poetry, one can have politeness in language, because literary works are so rich in words that are arranged precisely and charmingly. The method used in this service is the presentation of the speakers in the form of exposure to various stages of techniques for writing children's poetry and also simulations or direct practice with the participants, followed by questions and answers and discussions then assessed by the teacher.

SATYAJIT RAY AS A DOCUMENTARIAN: A STUDY ON RABINDRANATH TAGORE AND SUKUMAR RAY

Satyajit Ray, renowned globally for his cinematic brilliance, also left an indelible mark as a documentary filmmaker. It is to be mentioned here that the literatures and writings on Ray’s documentary are very less in number. Ray's documentaries on Rabindranath Tagore encapsulate the multifaceted persona of the Nobel laureate, exploring his literary contributions, artistic vision, and philosophical ideologies. Through meticulous research and visual finesse, Ray elucidates Tagore's timeless relevance, weaving together archival footage and dramatic reenactments to present a holistic portrayal of the poet's life and legacy. In his exploration of Sukumar Ray, Satyajit Ray ventures into the whimsical world of children's literature and satire to commemorate the centenary birth anniversary.This paper tries to discuss on documentaries made by Ray with special emphasis on Rabindranath Tagore and Sukumar Ray. Besides reviewing relevant literatures, the researchers have tried to describe two documentaries vividly. In addition to this, they also have taken insightful interviews of three literary and film scholars to understand Ray as documentarian. The interviews were analysed and conclusion have been drawn on the basis of that. The paper shows, beyond mere biographical documentation, Satyajit Ray's documentaries serve as nuanced reflections on the socio-cultural milieu of their respective times, offering profound insights into the artistic legacies of Rabindranath Tagore and Sukumar Ray. The paper serves to highlight the intricate nature of Ray's documentary legacy and its ongoing significance in influencing conversations within Indian cinema.

ECONOMICS AND CHILDREN

Giorgi Katamadze E-mail: giorgi.katamadze@bsu.edu.ge Assistant professor, Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University Batumi, Georgia https://orcid.org/0000-0002-2602-6861 Lela Tavdgiridze E-mail: lela.tavdgiridze@bsu.edu.ge Professor, Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University Batumi, Georgia https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8108-8718 Maia Bolkvadze E-mail: maia.bokvadze@bsu.edu.ge Doctor of Philology, Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University Batumi, Georgia https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4041-5871 Abstract. Economic awareness is the primary foundation for the human factor’s participation in the rapid and irreversible processes of the modern world, which should be formed from the very early childhood education. Economic awareness and interest in connected topics began to emerge around the time that the concepts of "economic awareness," "economic culture," "economic education," and so on were first introduced into scientific literature. According to the hypothesis of this study, children can develop economic awareness through the use of children's literature, including fairy tales. In general, the following three components are especially essential when considering the development of economic consciousness among children: Determination of the appropriate age of children; Identification of educational resources; Development of the methodology for forming economic awareness. In this study the theoretical framework for the research was developed based on Georgian and foreign scientific literature, as well as existing studies in the field of education; the research object was defined; and a mixed methodology of socioeconomic and humanities research was used to analyze the fairy tales and reach conclusions relevant to the research objectives. The work is based on research conducted in private and public kindergartens across Georgia, with both educators and children participating. Furthermore, interviews with early education experts at several Georgian higher education institutions were conducted and the research findings provided. Keywords: economics, children, formation of economic awareness, early childhood education, fairytales JEL Classification: A20; A21; I25; I26; P4;

“Bulgarian Literature for Children and Adolescent XX – XXI C.” Project

“Bulgarian Literature for Children and Adolescent XX – XXI C.” Project

МЕКТЕПКЕ ЧЕЙИНКИ МАТЕМАТИКАЛЫК БИЛИМ БЕРҮҮДӨ ЗАМАНБАП ТЕХНОЛОГИЯЛАРДЫ КОЛДОНУУ

The article is written based on current problem. In fact, there are no textbooks or manuals for the formation of elementary mathematical concepts in preschool education. We know the situation of teachers and students specializing in preschool education. In the article "Explanation and justification", "Using children's literature for the formation and consolidation of mathematical ideas" it shows the method of using strategic formation and consolidation of elementary mathematical ideas. For the strategy "Using children's literature for the formation and consolidation of mathematical concepts" I used the work of A. Osmonova "Aldar köse" (1st grade) is children's literature. The work was analyzed step by step, feedback was formed and addressed. The above-mentioned methods are the most important and necessary methods of preschool mathematical education. The article consists of introduction, main part and conclusion.

Children's Literature, Ecocritical Dialogues and Social-Emotional Learning: Developing Integrated Teaching Practices

An innovative primary teacher education course at the University of Padova combines children's literature, ecocritical dialogues, and social-emotional learning (SEL). It aims to enhance educational quality and prepare teachers for global environmental and social challenges. Developed through the Green Dialogues project, it fosters internationalization and interdisciplinarity. This article examines the course's interdisciplinary teamwork, focusing on its design and teaching methods. A case study highlights the benefits of incorporating ecocritical and SEL approaches in climate action teacher education. The course illustrates how children's stories can foster environmental and social consciousness and empathy among students. This approach not only enhances pedagogical practices but also prepares teachers to contribute meaningfully to climate literacy and social equity in European higher education.

BEYOND SURFACE: EXPLORING POLITICS IN CHILDREN’S LITERATURE

This paper explores the complex interplay between body politics and children's literature across cultures and time. By analyzing accounts from assorted social and cultural settings and historical periods, the paper validates how these apparently naive stories replicate and form societal standards, outlooks, and power undercurrents associated with the human body. From traditional folk tales to present-day literature, the analysis highlights how children's literature can both strengthen and challenge societal typecasts, endorse body positivity, and sanction young readers to critically participate in cultural representations. The paper also considers the role of neuroscience in understanding how children's brains process and respond to narratives about the body, emphasizing the importance of culturally sensitive and inclusive approaches to children's literature.

Choi Byeong-hwa's Translation of Children's Literature - Focusing on Newspaper Serials in the 1930s

Choi Byeong-hwa's Translation of Children's Literature - Focusing on Newspaper Serials in the 1930s

Beyond the Darkness: Exploring the Myth of Solar Eclipse in The Total Solar Eclipse of Nestor Lopez and Every Soul A Star

Children's literature often serves as a tool for conveying complex phenomena, and one such phenomenon is the solar eclipse. While lunar eclipses have been a recurring theme in children's literature, solar eclipses have received less attention in this context. Nevertheless, in the wake of the remarkable total solar eclipse in the United States in 2017, certain children's literary works have been popular because of the use of the solar eclipse as a central theme. Noteworthy examples include The Total Solar Eclipse of Nestor Lopez by Andrea Cuevas and Every Soul A Star by Wendy Mass, both narrate tales set against the backdrop of a solar eclipse. This study examines the role played by the solar eclipse in character development and the incorporation of mythical elements within these selected novels by employing David Leeming's theory of myth, through a close reading. This study demonstrates how the solar eclipse symbolizes character growth, fostering enhanced self-confidence and self-acceptance, thereby reflecting the mythological notion that solar eclipses possess transformative potential. Furthermore, these novels encompass myths such as the act of biting during a solar eclipse, the transformation, the rituals during the eclipse, and the euphoria of the solar eclipse. However, this study also reveals instances of misinterpretation of these myths, thereby highlighting potential issues of cultural appropriation, which may contribute to children's misunderstanding.