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ERIC Number: EJ386927
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1989
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Taking the Second Step in Reading.
Stephens, Bonnie
Reading Teacher, v42 n8 p584-90 Apr 1989
Asserts that certain traits and factors, such as persistence through failure and a tolerance for frustration, help children overcome life's problems. Analyzes 30 award-winning children's books from 1928 to 1987 and 14 "children's favorites" to determine if these books contain characters and plots that display resiliency. (MM)
Descriptors: Adolescent Literature, Characterization, Childrens Literature, Content Analysis, Elementary Education, Literary Criticism, Personality Development, Personality Traits, Reading Material Selection, Reading Research, Resilience (Personality)
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Honor Books; Newbery Award; Psychological Influences; Trade Books
Note: Special Issue: Empowering Both Teachers and Students.