Literacy and the youngest learner : best practices for educators of children from birth to five

Bennett-Armistead, V. Susan. (Author). Duke, Nell K. (Added Author). Moses, Annie M. (Added Author).

Summary: Written for people working with infants, toddlers and preschoolers in looks at strategies for helping young children develop literacy skills. Includes information on creating learning environments for young children.

Record details

ISBN: 0439714478 (pbk.)
ISBN: 9780439714471 (pbk.)
Physical Description: print
240 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.
Publisher: New York : Scholastic, c2005.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Formatted Contents Note:

1. The importance of literacy-rich activities an environments for young children -- 2. Literacy everywhere: a framework for integrating literacy into early childhood settings -- 3. Developing oral language -- 4. Reading aloud to children -- 5. Building phonological awareness - 6. Dramatic play and literacy -- 7. The book nook -- 8. The writing center -- 9. Spaces beyond the book nook and writing center -- 10. Literacy wherever we go: outdoor play, walks, and field trips -- 11. Literacy in unexpected places: transitions, mealtime, and bathroom time -- 12. Building partnerships: helping parents promote litearcy -- Frequently asked questions -- Professional books cited -- Children's books cited.