The usefulness of props and dolls in investigative interviews with child victims/ witnesses.

The usefulness of props and dolls in investigative interviews with child victims/ witnesses.

Some professionals believe that dolls and props are especially helpful when interviewing very young children, who are limited in their ability to describe events verbally. Use your knowledge of studies on children’s understanding of representations to discuss this belief. What does the published research literature say on this topic?
NB This is to be submitted as part of a wiki. Guidance from tutor:

An excellent Wiki is likely to include well thought out critical discussion on the topic that demonstrates a good understanding of the issues, and refers to the relevant academic literature. Remember, at MSc level it is important to ‘critically discuss’ and not simply to ‘describe’. Simple description should be avoided.