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Reading social stories in the community: A promising intervention for promoting children's environmental knowledge and behavior in Jordan.

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Title: Reading social stories in the community: A promising intervention for promoting children's environmental knowledge and behavior in Jordan.
Authors: Mahasneh, Randa Ali (AUTHOR), Romanowski, Michael H. (AUTHOR), Dajani, Rana Basem (AUTHOR)
Source: Journal of Environmental Education. 2017, Vol. 48 Issue 5, p334-346. 13p.
Subjects: Environmental education, Literacy programs, Electric power consumption, Litter (Trash), Water consumption, Education
Abstract: Traditionally, education in various forms has been used as a tool to change values and behavior in children regarding the environment. This study reports findings from the We Love Reading Program that utilizes the reading of Social Stories in various communities in Jordan to address the environmental problems of Jordan. Results indicated the effectiveness of this informal educational intervention showing a significant increase in children's knowledge about environmental issues and a positive change in behavior related to electricity and water consumption and littering, as reported by parents. The authors provide several recommendations on how Social Stories and appropriate curriculum can be used in schools and community to create awareness in students regarding environmental issues. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]
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