Constructing Strong Foundations of Early Literacy

Constructing Strong Foundations of Early Literacy
Author: Malinda E. Jones
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Total Pages: 348
Release: 2022-08-31
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1000632644

This text provides a comprehensive understanding of the foundational literacy knowledge, skills, behaviors, and attitudes necessary to guide emerging readers and writers in early childhood. Centered on the critical question of why some children learn to read easily, while others do not, this text walks readers through developmentally appropriate goal setting based on the foundational literacy skills that are critical for preschool and kindergarten children to develop. Written in an authoritative yet accessible style, chapters offer instructional strategies, insights, and scenarios from educators, self-reflection, and a variety of methods for implementation. Each chapter also includes differentiation for children with language and learning challenges as well as dual language learners, exploring methods for valuing the home language while building critical literacy skills in the classroom. Providing critical skills for guiding all emerging readers to an independent reading level, this is an essential resource for both students in early childhood, literacy, and special education courses and educators in early childhood public education, non-profit preschool settings such as Head Start, home and daycare settings, and private and corporate care and education centers.

Strong Foundations

Strong Foundations
Author: Anna Kilderry
Publisher: ACER Press
Total Pages: 359
Release: 2021-01-01
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1742865569

Strong Foundations addresses policy requirements from the Early Years Learning Framework, the National Quality Standard and Quality Improvement Plans, highlighting links between research and practice, and making connections to the five EYLF Learning Outcomes. The book showcases evidence from Australian and international research.

Foundations of Literacy

Foundations of Literacy
Author: Sue Palmer
Publisher: A&C Black
Total Pages: 138
Release: 2013-01-01
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1408193841

This fully revised fourth edition outlines seven strands of practice for three to six-year old children, designed to develop the skills, concepts and knowledge underpinning literacy in the early years. Accompanying each strand are clear explanations of the research and reasoning on which they are based. Practical advice on helping children transfer their learning into their own child-initiated activities, to build a genuine and solid foundation for literacy, is integral to the book.

PAVEd for Success

PAVEd for Success
Author: Claire E. Hamilton
Publisher: Brookes Publishing Company
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9781598571721

How can early childhood educators give young children a strong foundation of emergent literacy skills and a head start in social studies and science? The secrets of PAVEd for Success, a road map to school readiness for preschool and kindergarten students. Highly effective and ready to use, this proven program supplement helps early childhood educators explicitly teach vocabulary and oral language skills through lessons that introduce key social studies and science terms. Teachers will start with a complete introduction to the PAVEd for Success approach, with invaluable tips, strategies, and classroom examples to help them enhance young children's emergent literacy. Then they'll get 24 engaging PAVE lesson plans that: are scientifically based; use proven methods to improve students' vocabulary and oral language skills; fit perfectly with RTI; easily supplement existing literacy programs and class routines; teach children about science and social studies concepts; and work with diverse learners including children with disabilities and Enlgish language learners. The included CD-ROM gives teachers easy access to all the printable materials they need for the PAVE lessons: more than 350 vocabulary picture cards, checklists for teachers and supervisors, student tracking and assessment tools, and sample letters to parents. Plus a helpful appendix of crosswalks shows how the PAVE approach aligns with the goals and standards identified by today's most widely respected organizations and programs.

Learning to Read and Write

Learning to Read and Write
Author: Susan B. Neuman
Publisher: National Assn for the Education
Total Pages: 131
Release: 2000
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9780935989878

Strategies to promote literacy competence

Creating Literacy-rich Preschools and Kindergartens

Creating Literacy-rich Preschools and Kindergartens
Author: Anne Keil Soderman
Publisher: Allyn & Bacon
Total Pages: 194
Release: 2008
Genre: Education
ISBN:

Reviewers Rave About This Book! "I would purchase this book for all of my intervention team and it would serve as a professional text for team meetings and discussions throughout the school year. It has the potential to support what is going on at the upper grade levels in the area of literacy instruction." -Felicia Hobbs, Gibbs Magnet School, Arkansas "The uniquely positive features of this text are its relevancy to preschool and kindergarten classrooms across the country and the ease and style in which it is written." -Patricia H. Kostell, Educational Consultant, South Carolina Filled with research-based ideas for creating a supportive climate for young children while engaging them in meaningful and useful instruction, this well illustrated and user-friendly book is just what teachers need to build strong foundations in early literacy. Take a Peek into the Book: Presents specific ideas to support English Language Learners. Features a full discussion on learning climates and environments Provides information on creating an atmosphere of trust and support and an organized environment so often missing from other literacy books that focus exclusively on language and literacy. (Chapter 2) Highlights actual teaching strategies and activities that can be implemented in terms of oral language and early reading and writing development. (Chapter 3) Focuses on how to involve families as partners in the literacy development of children. (Chapter 4) Includes useful and authentic assessment strategies paired with easy-to-use and camera-ready tools to evaluate growth and development. (Chapter 5)

Rah, Rah, Radishes!

Rah, Rah, Radishes!
Author: April Pulley Sayre
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2011-06-14
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9781442435209

Know any kids who don’t like veggies? Here is a book that’s sure to change their hungry minds! With a raucous, rhyming text, Rah, Rah, Radishes! celebrates fresh vegetables, nature’s bright colors, and the joy of healthy eating. The book’s interactive spirit encourages kids to join in on the read-aloud fun, and little ones won’t be able to resist the book’s vibrant photographs—they’re a feast for the eyes!

Alphabetics for Emerging Learners

Alphabetics for Emerging Learners
Author: Heidi Anne E. Mesmer
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 131
Release: 2021-09-30
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1000430979

Discover how to help PreK students develop pre-reading competencies that build capacity for future reading phonological awareness, print concepts, and alphabetics. Research-based and accessible, this essential guidebook helps readers sidestep common errors and create engaging, child-appropriate curriculum that lays a strong foundation for future reading skills. Filled with effective resources, activities, and a simple scope and sequence to guide instruction, this critical toolkit equips educators to set emerging learners up for success.

Best Practices in Early Literacy Instruction

Best Practices in Early Literacy Instruction
Author: Diane M. Barone
Publisher: Guilford Publications
Total Pages: 542
Release: 2013-09-04
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 1462511775

Bringing together prominent scholars, this book shows how 21st-century research and theory can inform everyday instructional practices in early childhood classrooms (PreK-3). Coverage includes foundational topics such as alphabet learning, phonological awareness, oral language development, and learning to write, as well as cutting-edge topics such as digital literacy, informational texts, and response to intervention. Every chapter features guiding questions; an overview of ideas and findings on the topic at hand; specific suggestions for improving instruction, assessment, and/or the classroom environment; and an engrossing example of the practices in action.

No Limits to Literacy for Preschool English Learners

No Limits to Literacy for Preschool English Learners
Author: Theresa A. Roberts
Publisher: Corwin Press
Total Pages: 265
Release: 2009-01-12
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1412965640

Combining theory with proven teaching strategies, this resource helps preschool educators produce strong language and literacy outcomes for English learners ages three to five.