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Polynesian Folklore: An Alternative to Plastic Toys

Argues that folklore goes beyond plastic toys and popular media symbols to share the humanness of a people. Suggest ways to use Polynesian folklore (nature fables, tales, and legends) to deepen children's understanding of Polynesian culture. Reviews specific stories, references juvenile collections, and offers classroom activities. (SR)

• Author/Creator: Black, Sharon, Wright, Thomas, Erickson, Lynnette
• Date Published: Jun
• Journal/Secondary Title: Children's Literature in Education
• Number: 2
• Volume: 32
• Year: 2001

This resource is cataloged under:

• Network/channel: NCCRESt: People: Educators
• Network/channel: NCCRESt: Practices: Multicultural Educational Practices
• Subject: Folk Culture
• Subject: Literature Appreciation
• Subject: Multicultural Education

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