Language & Literacy in the Early Years 0-7

Name: Language & Literacy in the Early Years 0-7
Brand: Sage Publications Ltd
SKU: 9781849200080
Price: 39.09 EUR
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By (author): Marian R. Whitehead

This Fourth Edition of Language and Literacy in the Early Years has been fully revised and updated to reflect current professional interests and the latest developments in the field. The book provides comprehensive coverage of issues in language, literacy and learning, focusing on the age range from birth to seven years. New material covers theory of mind, key persons, and social and emotional dimensions of learning. The author added material on difficulties with language development, phonics and new literacies. Key terms, further reading and a revised layout make the book accessible to students.

The author emphasizes the joy and creativity involved in supporting young childrens development as speakers, writers and readers. While taking account of current initiatives and programmes, the author supports flexible teaching methods in what is a complex teaching and learning process. The book is fully illustrated with examples and photos from early childhood settings.

This book is essential reading for primary and early years students and practitioners in the field of language and literacy including nursery nurses, classroom assistants and foundation stage teachers.

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Weight: 450g
Dimensions: 170 x 242mm
Publication Date: 16 Feb 2010
Publisher: Sage Publications Ltd
Publication City/Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781849200080

About Marian R. Whitehead

Marian R Whitehead was formerly a Senior Lecturer in Education at Goldsmiths College University of London with responsibility for organizing and teaching M.A. degrees in Language and Literature and Early Childhood Education. She has published extensively on literacy literature and bilingualism and is a co-editor of the journal Early Years. She now combines writing with language and early years consultancy work. She is the co-editor of Early Years An International Journal of Research and Development. She is a well known author and her books include How to Develop Childrens Early Literacy with Makin L (Paul Chapman Publishing 2003) Developing Language and Literacy with Young Children Second Edition (Paul Chapman Publishing 2002) Supporting Language and Literacy in the Early Years (1999) Open University Press.