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Walsh, Daniel J. – Arts Education Policy Review, 1993
Discusses the idea of narrative being central to all human experience. Asserts that Piagetian theory and other developmental approaches limit the place of art in early childhood education. Recommends exposing young children to folk art and music that represent significant cultural traits. (CFR)
Descriptors: Art, Art Education, Child Development, Cognitive Development
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Lyle, Susan – Educational Studies, 1996
Examines the relationship between story-telling and children's construction of meaning. Includes transcripts of children's discussions of a story involving Vietnamese refugee children. Maintains that children, especially when given encouraging contexts, can construct and discover meaningful insights. Discusses the role of the teacher in this…
Descriptors: Child Development, Child Language, Childhood Interests, Childhood Needs