Written Up Analysis of Owl Babies

Activity Write Up: Analysis of Owl Babies by WaddellKey Points: - the use of names instead of pronouns makes each of the characters memorable and the story easier to follow- repetition in speaking order promotes turn taking and politeness in conversation (promotes Social Interactionist Theory by Bruner and Vygotsky)- didactic message of teamwork and family promotes social conventions - repetition creates textual cohesion and rhythm to maintain interest - use of parenthesis is advanced for the age group targeted- links to Vygotsky's ZPD theory - Graphological elements like capitalisation and italics prompt children to read aloud

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