Childrens Lit.
EDU 291
History Review
Bussey/45940/History Review
1. Define children’s literature. Both fiction and non-fiction books, written especially for children 0-12 years old.
2. Name four children's basic needs met by reading books. Just list them, but be aware of the meaning of each. (There are seven basic needs listed in your reading. These are not Maslov’s Basic Human Needs.) Security, Achievement, Belonging, To love and be loved.
3. Define the term "vicarious experience." What does it have to do with children's literature?
A vicarious experience is the sympathetic participation in the experience of another.
4. What are the qualities of a good story? (There are four you can find in your reading.)
Lively action and plot, worthwhile theme or message, unique, memorable character, and style that reads aloud delightfully.
5. What values are gained from literature? (Note I said "literature," which denotes quality. I did not say just books. Three values are listed in the class notes.) * Vicarious experiences through books give insight into living, broaden experiences, and teach about others and self. * Books explore the world of nature and creatures which gives reverence for life, and develops sensitivity to beauty and goodness and decency in human beings and animals. * Books provide a zest for life in all its dimensions: tragic, dull, triumphant and joyous. It is good for mankind to share
6. Describe what constitutes a Caldecott Award-winning book. 1. The Medal shall be awarded annually to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children published by an American publisher in the United States in English during the preceding year. There are no limitations as to the character of the picture book except that the illustrations be original work. Honor books may be named. These shall be books that are also truly distinguished. 2. The award is restricted to artists who are citizens or residents of the United
History Review
Bussey/45940/History Review
1. Define children’s literature. Both fiction and non-fiction books, written especially for children 0-12 years old.
2. Name four children's basic needs met by reading books. Just list them, but be aware of the meaning of each. (There are seven basic needs listed in your reading. These are not Maslov’s Basic Human Needs.) Security, Achievement, Belonging, To love and be loved.
3. Define the term "vicarious experience." What does it have to do with children's literature?
A vicarious experience is the sympathetic participation in the experience of another.
4. What are the qualities of a good story? (There are four you can find in your reading.)
Lively action and plot, worthwhile theme or message, unique, memorable character, and style that reads aloud delightfully.
5. What values are gained from literature? (Note I said "literature," which denotes quality. I did not say just books. Three values are listed in the class notes.) * Vicarious experiences through books give insight into living, broaden experiences, and teach about others and self. * Books explore the world of nature and creatures which gives reverence for life, and develops sensitivity to beauty and goodness and decency in human beings and animals. * Books provide a zest for life in all its dimensions: tragic, dull, triumphant and joyous. It is good for mankind to share
6. Describe what constitutes a Caldecott Award-winning book. 1. The Medal shall be awarded annually to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children published by an American publisher in the United States in English during the preceding year. There are no limitations as to the character of the picture book except that the illustrations be original work. Honor books may be named. These shall be books that are also truly distinguished. 2. The award is restricted to artists who are citizens or residents of the United