Handbook of early literacy research
By: edited by Susan B. Neuman, David K. Dickinson
Publisher: Guilford Press
Published: 2001
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
ISBN-13: 9781609180270
Subjects: Language arts (Early childhood); Language; Reading (Early childhood); Children; Handbooks, manuals; Research
Description: The field of early literacy has seen significant recent advances in theory, research, and practice. This volume brings together leading authorities to report on current findings, integrate insights from different disciplinary perspectives, and explore ways to provide children with the strongest possible literacy foundations in the first 6 years of life. The Handbook first addresses broad questions about the nature of emergent literacy, summarizing current knowledge on cognitive pathways, biological underpinnings, and the importance of cultural contexts. Chapters in subsequent sections examine various strands of knowledge and skills that emerge as children become literate, as well as the role played by experiences with peers and families. Particular attention is devoted to the challenges involved in making schools work for all children, including members of linguistic and ethnic minority groups and children living in poverty. Finally, approaches to instruction, assessment, and early intervention are described, and up-to-date research on their effectiveness is presented.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.