Literacy and Young Children: Research-Based Practices (Solving Problems in the Teaching of Literacy) - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1572308192 ISBN 13: 9781572308190

Publisher: Guilford Press, 2003

Synopsis

This book presents current, research-based best practices for supporting young children's development as readers and writers. From leading figures in early literacy, the book demonstrates that scientifically grounded instruction need not be dull, drill-oriented, or one-size-fits-all. Rather, it describes language-rich approaches to engaging with children's existing levels of knowledge while moving them to more complex literacy understandings. Topics covered include the impact of home literacy experiences, teaching English learners and culturally diverse children, phonemic awareness and word knowledge for preschoolers, new uses for communication technologies and informational text, and fluency instruction. Also addressed are professional development issues, including teacher training practices that support change. Exemplary teaching strategies and activities are clearly depicted and illustrated with samples of student work, providing Pre-K-3 teachers with many useful ideas that can be readily applied in the classroom.

About this title

About the Author

Diane M. Barone, PhD, is Professor of Literacy Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno.

Lesley Mandel Morrow, PhD, is Professor in the Department of Learning and Teaching, Graduate School of Education, Rutgers University, and President-Elect of the International Reading Association. Her recent publications include Organizing and Managing the Language Arts Block.

Edition details

• Publisher: Guilford Press
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 1572308192
• ISBN 13: 9781572308190
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 318
• Editor: Barone Diane M., Morrow Lesley Mandel