Review of classical Asian fairy tales regarding child right to protection

Objectives Although, various types of educational contents have been developed including in the digital era, classic fairy tales provide important element of education. Fairy tales are story that have been handed down... [ view full abstract ]

Objectives
Although, various types of educational contents have been developed including in the digital era, classic fairy tales provide important element of education. Fairy tales are story that have been handed down through many generations. Therefore it reflects the cultural characteristics, customs, values, beliefs and feelings. Therefore children can be affected by the values detected in these fairy tales by internalizing the motives of good or bad behavior.
In addition, classical Asian fairy tales have shown elements of discrimination against women and children due to various religious reasons and customs. Moreover strict and harsh discipline including corporal punishment was often used by parents in these fairy tales. The study of fairy tales in terms of children’s right is important and warrants closer analysis of Asian fairy tales.
The aim of this study is to analyze classical Asian fairy tales based on the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, most specifically the right to protection such as protection from discrimination, abuse, neglect, and exploitation.

Method
This study conducted literature review of Asian fairy tales through the use of computerized data bases such as Research Information Sharing Service (www.riss.kr), Online Bookstore in Korea(http://www.openkid.co.kr/), and Museum of picture books(http://picturebook-museum.com).

Results
Analysis is ongoing and the results are forthcoming.

Conclusion
This study will provide important analysis of how children have been viewed in the Asian culture, including harsh treatment often leading to violence against children, can be better understood.