DEFINITIONS OF LITERATURE

1. writing in prose or verse regarded as havi
ng permanent worth through its intrinsic exc
ellence.

2. the entire body of writings of a specific la
nguage, period, people, etc.

3. the writings dealing with a particular subj

4. the profession of a writer or author

5. literary work or production

6. any kind of printed material, as circulars, 
leaflets

7.literary culture; appreciation of letters and 
books.

 a body of written works

 imaginative works of poetry and prose
 IMPORTANCE of teaching Literature to Elem.
Graders:

 It provides students with opportunities to

respond to literature;
 it gives students appreciation about their own
cultural heritage as well as those of others;
 it helps students develop emotional intelligence
and creativity;
 it nurtures growth and development of the
student's 

 Using literary texts in the language classroom

can make the students more aware of the
language they are learning,

 helps them develop skills and strategies they

can apply in many different situations and
contexts,

 increases their interest and motivation,

 and make the learning of the language a more
enjoyable