Issues and Concerns

in Children and
Adolescent’s
Literature
 Overview
Censorship

Social Issues

Political Correctness in Fables

and Tales

Rewriting/Deconstruction of
Classical Tales

Movie and TV Versions

 What is
Censorship?
 Censorship is the suppression or
prohibition of any parts of books, films,
news, etc. that are considered obscene,
politically unacceptable, or a threat to
security.
and
 Why is it
important? and
Censorship is necessary in our society for many
different reasons. It protects nations, prevents
conflict in society, it protects the
morals/privacy of people, and it is also helpful
for children.
and
 What is
Social Issues?
 Social issues are topics or subjects that
impact many people and have a negative
effect.
Here are some examples of Social Issues in Children
and Adolescent’s Literature:

* Pressure on * The issue of * Breakdown of * Drug and

teachers or parents Racism the family unit Alcohol
to use only the right abuse
books for children
Here are some examples of Social Issues in Children
and Adolescent’s Literature:

* Poverty * Malnutrition * Violence

 Political
Correctness in
Fables and
Tales
IN THE CONTEXT OF FABLES AND
TALES REFERS TO THE
AVOIDANCE OF EXPRESSIONS OR
ACTIONS THAT CAN BE
PERCEIVED TO EXCLUDE ,
MARGINALIZED OR INSULT
PEOPLE WHO ARE
DISADVANTAGED AND
DISCRIMINATED AGAINST.
POLITICAL CORRECTNESS IS A
TERM USED TO PROMOTE LESS
OFFENSIVE SPEECH TO AVOID
BIASES AND DISCRIMINATION.
 Cinderella:
Early versions of Cinderella were far more
gruesome. The wicked stepsisters mutilated
themselves to fit the slipper, and birds
pecked out their eyes.
 Cinderella:
When it came time for the shoe fitting, the
step sisters cut off their toes and parts of
their heels to try to get it to fit them. During
the royal wedding, both sisters had their
eyes pecked out by pigeons, cursed with
blindness for the rest of their days.
 Rapunzel:
The 1812 version of Rapunzel shows and
adult who abducted, imprisoned and
exploited a child. This part of the story has
been criticized for it's portrayal of women.
 Little Red
Riding Hood:
The story ends with the wolf eating both
Little Red Riding Hood and her
grandmother, and there is no happy
ending.
Rewriting/Deconstruction of
Classical Tales
 Rewriting
• Write (something) again so as to alter or improve it.
• a process of revising existing content, such as a text,
articles , or code to improve clarity ,quality or
effectiveness.
Rewriting Classical Tales

Rewriting classics allows for creative

reinterpretation and often brings fresh
insights to timeless tales.
Why Classical Tales are rewritten?
Modernization - Updating language , settings, and
1. themes to make the story make accessible to
contemporary audiences.

Diversification - Introducing diverse perspectives,

2. characters , and cultural contexts to reflect a broader range

of human experiences.
Why Classical Tales are rewritten?
Reinterpretation - Offering new interpretations or
3. twists on familiar stories to explore different themes or
moral lessons.

Relevance - Making classic tales relevant to current social ,

4. political , or cultural issues to spark discussions and

reflections.
Why Classical Tales are rewritten?
Creativity - allowing authors and storytellers to
5. showcase their creativity by putting their own spin on
well-known narratives.

Educational Purposes- Using rewritten versions to teach

6. literary analysis , critical thinking, or cultural appreciation.

Why Classical Tales are rewritten?

Entertainment- By offering fresh, engaging versions of

7. beloved stories for readers or audiences.
 Examples:
* “Ella Enchanted “ by Gail
Carson Levine , a retelling of
Cinderella with a twist where
the protagonist is cursed with
obedience.
Examples:
The Lion King “ by
William
Shakespeare’s play
“Hamlet”
 Examples:

Alice Adventures in
Wonderland “
by Lewis Caroll’s .
Deconstruction of Classical Tales
 Deconstruction

Addresses political and social issues

sorrounding several book challenges.
 Censorship

Works effectively on pieces of

literature that display brutality,
violence, and obscenity.
 Political Correctness

• is more than censorship

• eliminate existing political and social baises
deemed to be offensive to any minority
groups.
 Example

Leprosy was later name

Hansen's while short people
are called vertically
challenged.
 Deconstructive Criticism

is a vehicle in rewriting and reinventing

classical tales to suit the beliefs and culture
of modern society.
MOVING PICTURES AS A
NEW RESOURCE OF
LEARNING EXTENDING
THE REACH OF
SENSORCHIP
 VIEWING
• as the fifth language skill in the new
language curriculum framework
• includes activities that involve
comprehending and analyzing the visual
media.
VIEWING

Authorities felt the need to extend the

application of censorship.
MOVIE AND TV
VERSIONS
The movie and TV version in children's literature refers to
when a book written for children is adapted into a film or
television show. This is a very common practice, and there
are many beloved children's stories that you might know
from both the book and the screen.
 Here are some
reasons why
children's books
get adapted for
movies and TV:
 •Bring stories to life:
Movies and TV shows can use
moving images, sound effects,
and music to bring the world of
the book to life in a way that
words alone can't.
•Reach a wider audience:
Some children may prefer
watching a movie or TV show
to reading a book. This allows
more kids to experience the
story.
•Reintroduce classic tales:

Adapting old favorites can

introduce them to a whole new
generation of children.
Some things to keep in mind about
movie and TV adaptations:
 •Changes are often made: •Can be very faithful:
There isn't always enough time Some adaptations stick very
in a movie or TV show to closely to the original story.
include everything from the
book. Scenes might be cut,
characters changed, or even new
things added.
 •Can be quite different:

Other adaptations take the basic

idea from the book and go in a
whole new direction.
 Here are some examples of popular
children's books that have been adapted for
movies and TV:
•Harry Potter •Matilda

•The Chronicles of •Diary of a Wimpy

Narnia Kid
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