Child Development in Reading: Ages 0-7

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What type of books are suitable for children aged 2-4?

Sophisticated picture storybooks and novels with complicated plots

Nursery rhymes and folktales for memorization

Short chapter books with simple, straightforward plots

Simple-plot picture storybooks and folktales for reading aloud (correct)

At what age do children begin to understand the notion of stories and letter-sound relationships?

4-7 years (correct)

7-9 years

9-12 years

2-4 years

What type of literature is more appealing to children aged 7-9?

Realistic stories and adventures of young characters (correct)

Picture storybooks and rhymes for reading aloud

Sophisticated novels with complicated plots

Nursery rhymes and folktales

What type of books are suitable for competent readers (ages 9-12)?

Sophisticated picture storybooks and novels with more complicated plots Signup and view all the answers

What stage do children typically begin to show interest in realistic stories and adventures of young characters?

Concrete operations stage Signup and view all the answers

What type of literature is suitable for children aged 0-2?

Nursery rhymes for reading aloud Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary purpose of the book mentioned at the beginning of the text?

To provide rules of behavior for boys training to become knights Signup and view all the answers

Why were ABC books called 'primers'?

Because they were used during the hour of prime in the Angelican Church Signup and view all the answers

What was printed across the top of a hornbook?

Capital letters followed by vowels and their combinations with consonants Signup and view all the answers

What was the main advantage of hornbooks?

They could be hung around the necks of children Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of the single sheets of paper printed on one side only in the sixteenth century?

Broadsides Signup and view all the answers

What led to the development of chapbooks in the sixteenth century?

Printing became cheaper Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the stories mentioned in the text?

To teach a moral and lesson to children Signup and view all the answers

What is the time period referred to as the Classical period?

500 BCE – 400 CE Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a story told by Homer?

The Adventures of Hercules Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Roman Empire in the context of the text?

It was the successor to the Greek civilization Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of the Roman epic poem mentioned in the text?

The Aeneid Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of literature in children's development according to Norton?

To transmit our literary heritage from one generation to the next Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of classical gods and heroes in modern culture?

They are still referenced in everyday language and culture Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of quality children's literature?

It has the power to captivate audiences for many generations Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for teachers and parents to differentiate between quality and mediocre literature?

To give students access to the best books that promote important values Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of children's literature in the classical world of Greek and Romans?

It was characterized by oral storytelling Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of exposing children to quality literature?

It can contribute to the creation of responsible, successful, and caring individuals Signup and view all the answers

What is a common feature of stories from the classical world of Greek and Romans?

They were often humorous and entertaining for kids of all ages Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of the award named after a person who contributed to the philosophy of children's education?

The Newberry Award Signup and view all the answers

What was the main philosophy of Jean Jacques Rousseau's book Emile?

Children should be given freedom to develop their natural interests Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm's collection of German stories?

To record the stories scientifically for posterity Signup and view all the answers

Who is regarded as the great master of the literary fairy tale?

Hans Christian Andersen Signup and view all the answers

What was the significance of Edward Lear's Book of Nonsense?

It marked the need for laughter in the normal development of children Signup and view all the answers

What was the title of Thomas Day's book about a good little boy and his teacher?

The History of Sanford and Merton Signup and view all the answers