HETEROGENEOUS NARRATIVES: EXPLORING MULTICULTURAL THEMES IN CONTEMPORARY CHILDREN’S LITERATURE
HETEROGENEOUS NARRATIVES: EXPLORING MULTICULTURAL THEMES IN CONTEMPORARY CHILDREN’S LITERATURE

Summary/Abstract: This paper explores the role of multicultural themes in contemporary children’s literature, highlighting the significance of cultural diversity and authentic representation. Our conclusion underscores the importance of inclusive and authentic representation in children’s literature, emphasizing its role in fostering empathy, cultural awareness, and social understanding among young readers. The research methodology for this article encompasses a blend of qualitative content analysis and comparative literary analysis. Qualitative content analysis allows for an in-depth examination of themes, character representations, and narrative structures, providing insights into how these elements contribute to the portrayal of multiculturalism. Comparative literary analysis facilitates the identification of differences and similarities between traditional and contemporary multicultural narratives, as well as cross-cultural comparisons of children’s literature and their societal impacts

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