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A Study on Shaping Young Minds Through Imparting Moral Values in Children’s Literature

Mercy Rani J. and Rufina Roslin Mary


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Abstract

This article focuses on how children’s literature imparts moral values to shape young minds, serving both as an entertainment and educational tool. The whimsical illustrations and engaging narratives are essential in conveying moral lessons, which are crucial for the development of children's values and character. Young people possess a good understanding of moral values and demonstrate a high level of moral awareness regarding what constitutes a good citizen. The stories children encounter during their formative years significantly influence their worldview, providing insights into human behavior, relationships, and underlying themes. Basically, literature has a profound impact on children. It helps them explore complex emotions, develop empathy, and absorb moral frameworks. This is achieved through captivating storylines. Books intended for young readers—whether fairy tales, picture books, or contemporary children’s novels—do more than entertain; they lay the groundwork for cognitive, emotional, and ethical development. This study discusses how children’s literature shapes young minds and moral beliefs, exploring its psychological influence and moral teachings.

Keywords: Children’s Literature, moral values, whimsical, cognitive, psychological, contemporary, captivating, ethical.

Introduction

Children's literature is a genre of books made for kids and young adults. It aims to entertain and educate them with written and illustrated works. It includes various forms, such as picture books, fairy tales, fables, and folk songs. This genre is a valuable tool for moral education, focusing on human values. It aims to shape readers' attitudes and perspectives. Through reading, children can explore the lives and experiences of others, fostering connections within society while learning important moral lessons. Children's literature often conveys significant themes such as honesty, courage, kindness, friendship, and perseverance, presenting these lessons engagingly and memorably. Additionally, children's literature fosters imagination and creativity. Children can explore different worlds, characters, and scenarios, through vivid illustrations and captivating stories, which improves their creative thinking and enhances their storytelling abilities as well. Moreover, this exposure helps them develop a broader worldview, improve their discernment, and cultivate acceptance of others. The significance and function of children's literature have evolved in modern society; however, it continues to play a vital role in shaping the lives of young individuals through various mediums, including films and digital platforms. This kind of literature serves not only to impart values but also to fulfill educational objectives. The advent of digital technology poses both challenges and opportunities for the continued relevance of traditional tales and fables. Digital storytelling, which merges narrative techniques with diverse multimedia resources, proves to be an effective tool for creating engaging and enriching educational experiences.

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Mercy Rani J
Assistant Professor, Department of English
Nehru Arts and Science College (NASC)
Nehru Gardens, Thirumalayampalayam
Coimbatore, Tamilnadu, India- 641 105
merzjamchel3@gmail.com nascmercyrani@nehrucolleges.com

Rufina Roslin Mary
Assistant Professor, Department of English
Nehru Arts and Science College (NASC)
Nehru Gardens, Thirumalayampalayam
Coimbatore, Tamilnadu, India- 641 105
rufinaroslin2283@gmail.com nascrufina@nehrucolleges.com
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