Young Children's Language of Togetherness.

de Haan, Dorian; Singer, Elly

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Publication Date: 2001

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Young Children's Language of Togetherness.

de Haan, Dorian; Singer, Elly

International Journal of Early Years Education, v9 n2 p117-24 Jun 2001

Discusses verbal strategies used by young children to express and construct a sense of togetherness. Presents the case study of one child, 3-5 years old, in his interactions with other children and teachers. Describes three general mechanisms for expressing togetherness: expression of common ground, of cooperation, and of care. (JPB)

Descriptors: Case Studies, Child Language, Early Experience, Group Behavior, Language Acquisition, Learning Experience, Preschool Children, Preschool Education, Prosocial Behavior, Social Development, Speech Communication

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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