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ERIC Number: EJ557974
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1997
Pages: N/A
Abstractor: N/A
Reference Count: 0
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: ISSN-0013-8274
Helping Adolescents Make it Home.
Mellin, Lilace A.
English Journal, v86 n7 p80-85 Nov 1997
Argues that literature of nature teaches teenagers about life and home. Describes how personal narratives, essays, and fiction that look at human interaction prepare students for life. Focuses on three main elements important in establishing strong connections: landscape, community, and work. (SR)
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Adolescents, English Instruction, Literature Appreciation, Secondary Education
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: N/A
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Language: English
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Authoring Institution: N/A
Identifiers: Nature Writing
Note: Theme issue: Interdisciplinary English.