Vol. 7, Issue 2, Part E (2025)

This study analyses the incorporation of literature into the English language curriculum, emphasizing its advantages and obstacles. Literature functions as a valuable resource for language acquisition, providing real texts that promote critical thinking, expand vocabulary, and cultivate cultural understanding. Engaging with varied literary works enables children to relate language acquisition to real-world circumstances, fostering enhanced understanding and empathy. Nonetheless, the incorporation of literature presents some obstacles. Educators may face challenges in selecting suitable texts that align with students' diverse backgrounds and interests, while also accommodating varying levels of reading competency. Moreover, the equilibrium between literary analysis and language learning may provide challenges in curriculum development.