Observations
of the behavior of Japanese kindergarten children
L.M. Carmichael & R.S. Carmichael |
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Japanese kindergarten children were observed in order to examine
cultural attitudes and behavior fostered by, and exhibited in, Japanese
schools. Cross-cultural comparisons are made with American children
and their environment. Notable features for coma parison are relative
spontaneity in play, fostering of male dominance, differences by
sex in expression of anger and aggression, emphasis on the group
and lack of competition, obedience to authority, and some characteristic
play activity. Societal influences are discussed.
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