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Peer reviewedBoyatzis, Chris J. – Teaching of Psychology, 1992
Describes the use of fictional literature in a college-level developmental psychology class. Focuses specifically on Maya Angelou's "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" and its relation to several child development topics. Contends that literature should be used more often as part of instruction, especially in the sciences. (CFR)
Descriptors: Child Development, Content Area Reading, Curriculum Design, Developmental Continuity
Peer reviewedWalsh, Daniel J. – Early Education and Development, 1992
Considers the relationship between early childhood education and the public schools, including the "developmental" versus "academic" debate, the role of kindergarten, and the influence of developmental psychology on early childhood education. Maintains that a sense of separateness from public schools is a detriment for those involved in early…
Descriptors: Child Advocacy, Child Development, Childhood Needs, Cooperative Planning
