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ERIC Number: EJ342568
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1986
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How Young Writers Communicate.
Karnowski, Lee
Educational Leadership, v44 n3 p58-60 Nov 1986
Writing is now being viewed in its larger context of communication. Research suggests that young children use the more familiar communication systems like speech, drawing, music, and drama to add depth and meaning to their writing. Teachers must redefine their ideas about writing and children's communication knowledge. Cites six references. (MLH)
Descriptors: Child Language, Communication (Thought Transfer), Drama, Early Childhood Education, Expressive Language, Freehand Drawing, Music, Oral Language, Self Expression, Writing (Composition), Young Children
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Audience: Practitioners
Language: English
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