In this day and age of mass media, the Internet and constant progress, it is hard to believe that there are stories that have existed for centuries and yet are still widely current. The stories of brave princes, poor or sad girls, good fairies, evil witches and many other magical creatures never seem to fade from the memory of adults and also inspire children again and again. Due to this great popularity of fairy tales I would like to present in this work on the one hand the reasons for it and on the other hand above all on the effect, which fairy tales have on children. In this consideration I refer both educational and psychological aspects, which I would like to explain also on the basis of some well-known fairy tales of the brothers Grimm. With this representation I will refer, apart from other texts, above all to the book "Kinder brauchen Märchen" by Bruno Bettelheim.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Bruno Bettelheim's Biography
- Why do children need fairy tales?
- Characteristics of fairy tales and related educational values
- Examples
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This work explores the significance of fairy tales for children, focusing on their pedagogical and psychological impact. It aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of why fairy tales remain relevant and valuable in today's world, particularly in the context of children's development.
- The importance of fairy tales in childhood development
- The psychological and educational benefits of fairy tales
- The role of fairy tales in shaping children's understanding of good and evil
- The influence of fairy tales on children's imagination and creativity
- The connection between fairy tales and the development of children's moral values
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: The introduction sets the stage for the discussion of fairy tales, emphasizing their enduring popularity and importance for children. It introduces Bruno Bettelheim's work "Kinder brauchen Märchen" as a central reference point for the analysis.
- Bruno Bettelheim's Biography: This chapter provides a brief overview of Bruno Bettelheim's life and career, highlighting his interest in psychoanalysis and his work with autistic children. It also mentions some of his key publications, including "Kinder brauchen Märchen."
- Why do children need fairy tales?: This chapter explores the multifaceted reasons why fairy tales are essential for children. It discusses the emotional security and warmth they provide, their role in helping children cope with problems, and their contribution to character development and moral understanding. The chapter also touches upon the media-educational value of fairy tales.
- Characteristics of fairy tales and related educational values: This chapter delves into the specific characteristics of fairy tales that make them particularly suitable for children. It analyzes the language, structure, and themes of fairy tales, emphasizing their ability to stimulate imagination, promote autonomy, and provide a framework for understanding social norms and values. The chapter also discusses the importance of polarization in fairy tales for helping children navigate their emotional chaos.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
This work focuses on the importance of fairy tales in child development, exploring key themes such as imagination, creativity, moral development, good and evil, character traits, and the psychological and educational impact of fairy tales. The analysis draws heavily on the work of Bruno Bettelheim, specifically his book "Kinder brauchen Märchen," and utilizes concepts from psychology and education to understand the enduring relevance of fairy tales for children.
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- Susann Colditz (Author), 2005, Children need fairy tales. Pedagogical values of fairy tales, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1137834
