Performative Language Teaching in Early Education

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Winston's expertise as a drama pedagogy specialist and scholar is on full display in Performative Language Teaching in Early Education. This expertly crafted new book includes an impressive roster of resources for drama pedagogy and is ideal for the growing fields of performative language teaching and the use of drama methods in early childhood education. * Mary McAvoy, Associate Professor of Theatre Education and Theatre for Youth, Arizona State University, USA * Joe Winston's books are always innovative, scholarly and grounded in best teaching practice. Here Winston provides advice on how to engage young children through performative language teaching. I'll be keeping this book within reach and can't wait to put some of his wonderful, aesthetically-rich plans into action! * Madonna Stinson, Associate Professor, School of Education and Professional Studies, Griffith University, Australia * This publication will inform, guide and inspire you. Once again, Winston has written a book which is at the same time a scholarly volume and a joy to read, balancing eloquence, clarity and great expertise. This is a must-have for all language teachers working with young children. * Erika Piazzoli, Assistant Professor in Arts Education, Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin, Ireland *