The Authority of Old Age. Professional Growth.

Cook, Jimmie

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ERIC Number: EJ543305

Record Type: Journal

Publication Date: 1997

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The Authority of Old Age. Professional Growth.

Cook, Jimmie

Teaching Pre K-8, v27 n6 p28-29 Mar 1997

Notes the importance of elders in various Native American cultures and of drawing on personal memories of special older folks. Stresses the importance and value of contact between the generations. Urges schools to adopt intergenerational programs, citing the remarkable contributions older people can make to the lives of children. (TJQ)

Descriptors: Children, Community Programs, Generation Gap, Intergenerational Programs, Interpersonal Relationship, Older Adults

Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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