Communication, Language and Literacy from Birth to Five / Edition 1

by Avril Brock, Carolynn Rankin

Overview

With the introduction of the new Early Years Foundation Stage in 2008, practitioners need to be able to meet the needs of all young children in the six areas of learning - one of which is communication, language and literacy.

This book helps the reader develop their knowledge, skills and practice in encouraging and promoting communication, language and literacy for babies and young children.

It includes:

- activities, examples, case studies and ideas from actual practice

- guidance on how to meet children's diverse needs in an inclusive environment

- advice on involving parents in their children's learning

- resources, useful websites and suggestions for further reading

This book is a must-read for anyone working with children from birth to five.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781412945905
Publisher:	SAGE Publications
Publication date:	04/28/2008
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	144
Product dimensions:	6.50(w) x 9.40(h) x 0.40(d)

Table of Contents

Early language development
Babies are clever
Children's needs: diversity and identity
Getting young children talking in early years settings by Carol Potter
Stories, Illustrations, Pictures and Books
Rhyme, Rhythm, Sound and Song
Emerging Literacy - Playful Reading and Writing