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Supp. Language & Literacy Develeopment in the Early Years (Supporting Early Learning) - Softcover

Whitehead, Marian

 
9780335199310: Supp. Language & Literacy Develeopment in the Early Years (Supporting Early Learning)

Synopsis

This book presents a developmental view of language, the emergence of literacy and the role of literature in the early years, a period characterised by unparalleled speed and complexity of growth in thinking, language, social and cultural awareness and physical skills. There are chapters on communication, play, narrative and national literacy requirements, which provide a helpful way into some complex issues as well as child observations and case studies. The book will be valuable reading for all adults seeking to support young children's language and literacy learning.

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About the Author

Marian Whitehead was formerly a Senior Lecturer in Education at Goldsmiths College, University of London, with responsiblility for organizing and teaching MA degrees in Language and Literature and Early Childhood Education. She is the author of Language and Literacy in the Early Years (2nd Edition 1997) and The Development of Language and Literacy (1996) and co-editor of the international research journal Early Years. She now combines writing with language and early years consultancy work.

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9780335199327: SUPP LANG & LIT DEVLP EARLY YEARS (Supporting Early Learning)

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ISBN 10:  0335199321 ISBN 13:  9780335199327
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education, 1999
Hardcover