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Children and Metaphors.

Authors :
Vosniadou, Stella
Source :
Child Development. Jun1987, Vol. 58 Issue 3, p870. 16p.
Publication Year :
1987

Abstract

Investigates the development of children's abilities to comprehend and produce metaphorical language. Limitations in children's knowledge and information-processing abilities; Differences in metaphoric competence and their relation to creativity.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00093920
Volume :
58
Issue :
3
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Child Development
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
7264865
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.2307/1130223