Literacy Development in Early Childhood: Reflective Teaching for Birth to Age Eight

Author: Otto, Beverly W.

Brand: Pearson

Edition: 6/29/07

Number Of Pages: 384

Details: Literacy Development in Early Childhood offers a truly comprehensive look at literacy development, beginning in infancy and continuing through grade 8. Organized developmentally, chapters on the ";signs"; of early literacy behaviors are followed by chapters on ";enhancing"; those behaviors. Assessment topics, including observation forms for classroom use, and developmentally appropriate strategies are integrated throughout. The role of oral language as a foundation for literacy, home-school connections, and cultural influences on literacy development are also emphasized. This text will help teachers serve as thoughtful mediators in children's transactions with literacy. Provides Teachers with Tools for Reflective Literacy Instruction. The book’s organization and narrative encourages teachers to become reflective decision-makers who select and implement instructional st

EAN: 9780131721449

Release Date: 29-07-2007

Languages: English

Item Note: Book is in acceptable condition. There is noticeable wear from use that includes light scratches and dings in the corners. A number of sentences have been highlighted.

Item Condition: UsedAcceptable

Binding: Paperback