انعكاس صورة الأسرة في أدب الأطفال العربي وتأثيره على التنشئة الاجتماعية

Abstract

This study aims to explore the image of Arab family in Arab children's literature (ACL). It attempts to find answers to the following questions: (a) Does children's literature reflect the reality of the family, (b) does it construct a new concept of modern family and (c) does it transmit the concepts to the younger generation? This study concludes that ACL simultaneously fulfils the three above tracks.

Nuclear and extended families play roles in ACL. The plot serves to preserve the Arab identity and heritage. ACL is used as an intermediate to maintain patriarchy in family relations. On the other hand, it builds a new image that includes gender equality, social justice, religious and cultural enlightenment and professional development and modernization. Finally, as the family is the mediator between the individual and society, children's literature plays the role of mediator between the family and the child