For Realism in Children's Fiction.

Stibbs, Andrew

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ERIC Number: EJ236517

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1980

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For Realism in Children's Fiction.

Stibbs, Andrew

Use of English, v32 n1 p18-24 Fall 1980

Points out the sometimes excessive lengths that authors carry the suspension of reality in children's fiction. Advocates a more disciplined imagination, and rejection of untrue or impossible worlds. (HTH)

Descriptors: Adolescents, Children, Childrens Literature, Elementary Secondary Education, Fiction, Imagination, Literary Criticism, Reading Instruction, Student Motivation, Teaching Methods

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher

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Language: English

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