Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ420700
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 1990
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Folk Literature as a Vehicle for Values Education.
Hickey, M. Gail
Social Studies and the Young Learner, v2 n3 p6-8 Jan-Feb 1990
Recognizes the necessity to develop a values curriculum. Advocates using folktales (myths, legends, fables) to teach values to elementary students in a manner nonthreatening to parents. Provides examples of appropriate fables and folktales and their morals. Cites two sources to help teachers guide children in their moral development through folk literature. (CH)
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Critical Thinking, Curriculum Development, Decision Making Skills, Elementary Education, Elementary School Students, Ethical Instruction, Fables, Folk Culture, Legends, Moral Development, Mythology, Parent Attitudes, Resource Materials, Social Studies, Values Education
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher
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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners
Language: English
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