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STUDENT NUMBER:
UNIQUE NUMBER: 783469
MODULE CODE: CHL2601
MODULE NAME: CHILDREN’S LITERATURE
ASSIGNMENT: 04
DUE DATE: 22 MAY 2023
, Question 1
1. Literature genres are characterized by form, function, and style, and these
characteristics can be used to compare similarities and differences between
literature and children's literature. While both types of literature share similarities in
terms of their form, function, and style, there are also notable differences. For
instance, the form of literature is typically more complex and sophisticated than that
of children's literature, which is designed to be more accessible and easier to
understand for young readers. The function of literature is often to challenge readers'
perspectives and offer insight into the human condition, while children's literature
often focuses on entertaining and educating young readers. Finally, the style of
literature is often more nuanced and literary, while children's literature is often
simpler and more straightforward.
1.2 Emergent literacy refers to the skills and knowledge that children develop before
they can read and write, such as recognizing letters, understanding how books work,
and comprehending the meaning of words. In contrast, literacy refers to the ability to
read and write, and encompasses a range of skills, including decoding, fluency,
comprehension, and composition. While emergent literacy is an important precursor
to literacy, the two are not interchangeable, and children can have varying degrees
of emergent literacy skills before they learn to read and write.
1.3 Fairy tales, fantasy, and folktales are three different literary genres that share
similarities but also have distinct differences. Fairy tales typically involve magical
elements, such as enchanted creatures or supernatural powers, and often have a
moral or lesson at the end. An example of a fairy tale is "Cinderella," in which a
young girl is aided by her fairy godmother and eventually finds happiness with a
prince. Fantasy literature also includes magical or supernatural elements, but often
involves complex world-building and the creation of entire fictional universes. An
example of fantasy literature is J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Lord of the Rings" series.
Folktales, on the other hand, are stories that are passed down orally and reflect the
culture and values of a particular society. An example of a folktale is "The Three
Little Pigs," which teaches the importance of hard work and perseverance. Overall,
while these genres share some similarities in terms of their use of magical elements,
they differ in terms of their cultural origins, narrative structure, and overall tone.
STUDENT NUMBER:
UNIQUE NUMBER: 783469
MODULE CODE: CHL2601
MODULE NAME: CHILDREN’S LITERATURE
ASSIGNMENT: 04
DUE DATE: 22 MAY 2023
, Question 1
1. Literature genres are characterized by form, function, and style, and these
characteristics can be used to compare similarities and differences between
literature and children's literature. While both types of literature share similarities in
terms of their form, function, and style, there are also notable differences. For
instance, the form of literature is typically more complex and sophisticated than that
of children's literature, which is designed to be more accessible and easier to
understand for young readers. The function of literature is often to challenge readers'
perspectives and offer insight into the human condition, while children's literature
often focuses on entertaining and educating young readers. Finally, the style of
literature is often more nuanced and literary, while children's literature is often
simpler and more straightforward.
1.2 Emergent literacy refers to the skills and knowledge that children develop before
they can read and write, such as recognizing letters, understanding how books work,
and comprehending the meaning of words. In contrast, literacy refers to the ability to
read and write, and encompasses a range of skills, including decoding, fluency,
comprehension, and composition. While emergent literacy is an important precursor
to literacy, the two are not interchangeable, and children can have varying degrees
of emergent literacy skills before they learn to read and write.
1.3 Fairy tales, fantasy, and folktales are three different literary genres that share
similarities but also have distinct differences. Fairy tales typically involve magical
elements, such as enchanted creatures or supernatural powers, and often have a
moral or lesson at the end. An example of a fairy tale is "Cinderella," in which a
young girl is aided by her fairy godmother and eventually finds happiness with a
prince. Fantasy literature also includes magical or supernatural elements, but often
involves complex world-building and the creation of entire fictional universes. An
example of fantasy literature is J.R.R. Tolkien's "The Lord of the Rings" series.
Folktales, on the other hand, are stories that are passed down orally and reflect the
culture and values of a particular society. An example of a folktale is "The Three
Little Pigs," which teaches the importance of hard work and perseverance. Overall,
while these genres share some similarities in terms of their use of magical elements,
they differ in terms of their cultural origins, narrative structure, and overall tone.
