Family literacy : from theory to practice

DeBruin-Parecki, Andrea. (Added Author). Krol-Sinclair, Barbara. (Added Author). International Reading Association (Added Author).

Summary: In 14 chapters, this book explores the theory related to family literacy, outlines specific strategies, describes some specific family literacy programs, and discusses assessment and evaluation. It is intended for "preservice and inservice teachers, administrators, teacher educators, and funders who want to design, develop, or improve family literacy programs." (from back cover)

Record details

ISBN: 0872075117 (pbk.)
Physical Description: ix, 326 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Publisher: Newark, Del. : International Reading Association, 2003.

Content descriptions

Formatted Contents Note:

Section I: Theoretical perspectives related to family literacy -- Section II: Specific practices and strategies used to promote family literacy in collaboration with schools and communities -- Section III: A close look at diverse family literacy programs -- Section IV: Evaluating family literacy programs and their participants.