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ERIC Number: EJ327178
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1985
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Sibling Relationships: A Recurrent Developmental and Literary Theme.
Jalongo, Mary Renck; Renck, Melissa Ann
Childhood Education, v61 n5 p346-51 May-Jun 1985
Explores three categories of sibling relationships that are well represented in children's literature and child development research: resentment of the new baby; competition between/among brothers or sisters; and siblings' prosocial behaviors. Relates each category to social/psychological research and examples of quality books for children. (DST)
Descriptors: Behavior Patterns, Child Development, Childrens Literature, Competition, Emotional Response, Family Structure, Interpersonal Relationship, Prosocial Behavior, Resentment, Siblings
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers
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Language: English
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