The Changing Image of Appalachian Children's Literature [microform] / Jo Ann Asbury
- Bib ID:
- 5585287
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- Book and Microform
- Author:
- Asbury, Jo Ann
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- https://eric.ed.gov/?id=ED385413
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- [Washington, D.C.] : Distributed by ERIC Clearinghouse, 1995
- 12 p.
- Summary:
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This paper stresses the importance of Appalachian children being exposed to literature that reflects their way of life and values. The author, who grew up in Appalachia, discusses her difficulties in learning to read because of a lack of literature that related to her way of life. The paper presents an overview of literature that accurately portrays characteristics of Appalachian people including strong religious beliefs; individualism, self-reliance, and pride; neighborliness and hospitality; a strong sense of family; personalism; love of place; modesty; sense of beauty; sense of humor; and a strong sense of patriotism. One method for introducing students to Appalachian literature is to invite regional writers into the classroom for talks or a reading. In addition, there are many resources available to teachers to help them appreciate and understand Appalachian culture and locate Appalachian materials. This paper suggests that appropriate literature can help Appalachian children identify with their culture and help dispel stereotypes of Appalachians among children outside the region. Includes a list of authors of Appalachian books appropriate for elementary and secondary students. (LP)
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- ERIC Note: Paper presented at the Annual Appalachian Studies Conference (18th, Morgantown, WV, March 17-19, 1995).
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- 1995
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