
Spotlight on Young Children: Exploring Language and Literacy
Exploring Language & Literacy
Amy Shillady(Editor)
National Association for the Education of Young Children (Publisher)
Published on 17. July 2014
Book
Paperback/Softback
112 pages
978-1-938113-05-5 (ISBN)
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Description
Language is central to children's development on all fronts. Research confirms that a rich language environment in the early years is key to children's success in many areas. Yet many children lack such language learning opportunities, unless they find them in their early childhood program. The engaging, research-based articles in this book describe powerful ways to promote oral language throughout the early childhood curriculum. Includes a list of top resources in the area and carefully designed questions and activities to aid students and other readers in reflecting on the articles.
Reviews / Votes
"This wonderful collection of articles provides innovative ways to nurture language development from infancy through third grade. It includes real examples that demonstrate children's amazing capacities in oral and written language. These articles will inspire us to move beyond the traditional ways to enrich language to inventive practices that will challenge all children."- Rebecca Isbell, Author, Consultant, and Professor Emerita, East Tennessee State University "Easy to use and fun to read, Spotlight on Young Children: Exploring Language and Literacy is a comprehensive resource that every early childhood educator should have. It covers all of the important aspects of language and literacy development, including diverse languages and abilities and ages, with lively articles that answer key questions for practitioners. NAEYC addresses the language and literacy connection, a critical component of early childhood education knowledge, and brings it to life with the fascinating experiences, perspectives, and expertise of the contributing authors." - Karen N. Nemeth, Author and Founder of Language Castle LLC "This useful and thought-provoking collection will help educators understand and apply developmentally appropriate language and literacy practices for children from infancy to school age. The articles on dual language learners are particularly helpful, offering teachers a theoretical background together with practical applications." - Susan Stacey, Author and Kindergarten Coordinator, Halifax Grammar School, Halifax, Nova Scotia "Early childhood teachers, be the change in your program's curriculum! The articles in this book offer numerous ways to promote early literacy skills and support young children's desire to read and write." - Kathleen I. Harris, Assistant Professor of Early Childhood Education, Seton Hill University, Greensburg, Pennsylvania
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Washington DC
United States
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Illustrations
60 illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 267 mm
Width: 216 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-938113-05-5 (9781938113055)
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Person
Amy Shillady is journal editor for NAEYC's award-winning Young Children. She facilitates the peer review process, performs developmental editing of articles, and serves as the primary editor for journal columns. Amy also edits selected NAEYC Spotlight Series books.
Leah Schoenberg Muccio was editorial associate at NAEYC.
Leah Schoenberg Muccio was editorial associate at NAEYC.
Content
Introduction
Infants. The Daily Dozen: Strategies for Enhancing Social Communication of Infants With Language Delays
Infants and Toddlers. What Do We Mean by Reading Readiness?
Preschool. Sagacious, Sophisticated, and Sedulous: The Importance of Discussing 50-Cent Words With Preschoolers
Preschool and Kindergarten. Helping Children Prepare for Writing: Developing Fine Motor Skills
Preschool. Using Photo-Narration to Support the Language Development of All Learners
Preschool. Storybook Reading for Young Dual Language Learners
Kindergarten. Vivian Paley's Storytelling/Story Acting Comes to the Boston Public Schools
Kindergarten. Language to Language: Nurturing Writing Development in Multilingual Classrooms
First Grade. Let's Look in a Book! Using Nonfiction Reference Materials With Young Children
First Grade. First Grade Writers Revisit Their Work
First and Second Grades. "Snow on My Eyelashes"-Language Awareness Through Age-Appropriate Poetry Experiences
Second Grade. Young Girls Discovering Their Voice With Literacy and Readers Theater
Second and Third Grades. Every Language Is Special: Promoting Dual Language Learning in Multicultural Primary Schools
Resources for Supporting Young Children's Language and Literacy
Reflecting, Discussing, and Exploring: Questions and Follow-Up Activities
Infants. The Daily Dozen: Strategies for Enhancing Social Communication of Infants With Language Delays
Infants and Toddlers. What Do We Mean by Reading Readiness?
Preschool. Sagacious, Sophisticated, and Sedulous: The Importance of Discussing 50-Cent Words With Preschoolers
Preschool and Kindergarten. Helping Children Prepare for Writing: Developing Fine Motor Skills
Preschool. Using Photo-Narration to Support the Language Development of All Learners
Preschool. Storybook Reading for Young Dual Language Learners
Kindergarten. Vivian Paley's Storytelling/Story Acting Comes to the Boston Public Schools
Kindergarten. Language to Language: Nurturing Writing Development in Multilingual Classrooms
First Grade. Let's Look in a Book! Using Nonfiction Reference Materials With Young Children
First Grade. First Grade Writers Revisit Their Work
First and Second Grades. "Snow on My Eyelashes"-Language Awareness Through Age-Appropriate Poetry Experiences
Second Grade. Young Girls Discovering Their Voice With Literacy and Readers Theater
Second and Third Grades. Every Language Is Special: Promoting Dual Language Learning in Multicultural Primary Schools
Resources for Supporting Young Children's Language and Literacy
Reflecting, Discussing, and Exploring: Questions and Follow-Up Activities