Children's Literature History

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Children's books were originally created only for children.

False

Children's books are only written in prose.

False

The development of early children's books can be easily traced back to ancient times.

False

Picture books are appropriate for children ages 10-12.

False

Children's books cover topics of relevance and interest to adults.

False

It is recommended to only read books with complicated vocabulary to children.

False

Rereading and retelling a book helps children gain more understanding of the story.

True

Using props, such as puppets or storytelling magnets, is not recommended to help children retell the story.

False

Exposure to literature only helps children excel in studies.

False

It is recommended to read only one book throughout the month to help children select high-quality literature.

False

Study Notes

Definition of Children's Book

  • Children's book is a literary art that comprises different methods of prose and poetry, particularly for children under the age of adolescence.
  • It includes stories, books, magazines, and poems that are enjoyed by children.

History of Children's Book

  • Children's book can be traced to stories and songs shared by adults with children before publishing existed.
  • The development of early children's book is difficult to trace before printing was invented.
  • Many classic "children's" tales were originally created for adults and later adapted for a younger audience.
  • The development of children's book started in the 17th century in Europe and thrived in the mid-20th century with improving education systems around the world.

Classification of Children's Book

  • Children's book can be classified in two different ways: by genre or by the intended age of the reader.
  • By genre, literary genres are categorized by technique, tone, content, or length.
  • By age category, children's book can be classified into:
    • Picture books (for pre-readers or children ages 0-5)
    • Early reader books (for children ages 5-7)

Importance of Children's Book

  • Reading children's book exposes children to a variety of literature and helps them build vocabulary and reading skills.
  • It helps children gain more understanding of the story through repeated reading and retelling.
  • Exposure to a wide variety of literature is crucial for children's success in life.

Reading Strategies for Children with Intellectual Disability

  • Invite children to predict what will happen in the story before reading.
  • Pause to explain unfamiliar words to build vocabulary during reading.
  • Expose children to a variety of books, including rhymes, repetition, and complicated vocabulary.
  • Reread and retell a book to help children gain more understanding of the story.
  • Use props, such as puppets or visuals, to help children retell the story.
  • Encourage children to rewrite the story by changing events or characters.

Benefits of Reading Children's Book

  • Reading children's book helps children excel in studies.
  • It exposes children to unlimited amounts of knowledge and success throughout life.
  • Children react to what they read in ways beyond imagination, and it helps them appreciate and value their reading experiences.

Explore the origins and development of children's books, from oral traditions to printed tales. Discover how classic stories were adapted for younger audiences.

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