Children Learning Language : Practical Introduction to Communication Development

Naremore, Rita C., Hopper, Robert

ISBN 10: 1565938569 / ISBN 13: 9781565938564

Published by Delmar Cengage Learning, 1997

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Ships from the UK. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects. Seller Inventory # 18324302-20

Bibliographic Details

Title: Children Learning Language : Practical ...

Publisher: Delmar Cengage Learning

Publication Date: 1997

Binding: Soft cover

Condition: Very Good

Edition: 3rd.

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Synopsis:

Lively and current, CHILDREN LEARNING LANGUAGE is a practical inviting choice for courses in communication development, children's language, and educational methods. Known for its pragmatic focus on sound theoretical basis, this text-now in its third edition-offers thorough coverage of language cognition, the learning environment, and its applications to other educational curriculum.

Review:

The Child's Garden of Eloquence. The Child and the Environment. Child Speech as a Biological Process. The Language-Learning Environment. Preverbal communication. The Language System: What is Being Learned. Development of the Sound System. Development of Meaning. Development of Syntax. Development of Pragmatics. Language in the Larger World. Language and Cognition. How Children Learn to Communicate. Language Diversity Teaching Communication to Children. When Language Development Goes Awry. Children's Speech and Literacy Index.