num_pages: 352
description: To answer the question of what reading and writing activities are best for young children, a well-known early childhood author has joined forces with a literacy expert to explore the development of literacy in the preschool environment and its ongoing support through kindergarten. The result is a pragmatic, research-based book whose paradigm shift focuses future teachers on the use of ?cultural characters? from picture books as the keys to an entire curriculum of literacy activities. Based on the latest theories of naturally emergent literacy, this book examines ways to create a literacy-friendly learning environment, using music and art as natural languages, and even strengthening finger muscles for writing through other hands-on activities. A three-part division of early literacy content?emergent speaking, emergent writing, and emergent reading?devotes three chapters to each section. For future and practicing pre-school and kindergarten
language: English
title: Early Literacy in Preschool and Kindergarten
titlecomplete: Early Literacy in Preschool and Kindergarten
ratings_count: 12
publisher: Pearson College Div