AbstractThe purpose of this study is to determine the pupils' perceptions on the teaching and learning of
contemporary children's literature in Year Five. It was conducted to find out whether the books
prescribed in this program are suitable and interesting for the students to read and beneficial in
their language acquisition. The study also seek to find out whether the literature program is
successful in inculcating reading habits and in developing the language proficiency of Year 5
pupils. In addition, the study attempt to identify the type of materials which pupils prefer to
read.
A total of 300 Year 5 primary schools pupils in Southern Kinta District were chosen randomly to
participate in the survey. The data collected were analyzed using descriptive statistical analysis.
The results are presented in the form of frequency counts and percentages of each item in the
questionnaire.
Results of the survey showed that the respondents gave positive feedback on the b.....