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Akamoglu, Yusuf; Dinnebeil, Laurie – Young Exceptional Children, 2017
Naturalistic language and communication strategies (i.e., naturalistic teaching strategies) refer to practices that are used to promote the child's language and communication skills either through verbal (e.g., spoken words) or nonverbal (e.g., gestures, signs) interactions between an adult (e.g., parent, teacher) and a child. Use of naturalistic…
Descriptors: Early Intervention, Coaching (Performance), Feedback (Response), Communication Strategies
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Reynolds, Pamela Schrom – PTA Today, 1986
The many benefits of storytelling are listed. The article gives information on how to become a storyteller and offers tips on beginnings and endings. (MT)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Language Processing, Listening Skills, Story Telling
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Hudson, Roxanne F.; High, Leslie; Al Otaiba, Stephanie – Reading Teacher, 2007
Dyslexia is a disorder of the language-processing systems in the brain. It is a specific learning disability in reading that often affects spelling as well. This article describes: (1) Common characteristics experienced by people with dyslexia or reading disabilities; (2) Common misconceptions about dyslexia; (3) What brain research tell us about…
Descriptors: Reading Difficulties, Misconceptions, Learning Disabilities, Brain
Cowley, Geoffrey – Newsweek, 1997
Notes that regardless of the language, children acquire language on the same general schedule and the same cognitive path. Explores the process of child language acquisition, from sounds, through word meanings, to syntax and grammar. (HTH)
Descriptors: Child Language, Cognitive Development, Developmental Stages, Infants
Begley, Sharon – Newsweek, 1996
Argues that early childhood experiences with processes as diverse as language, mathematics, emotion, and music determine which neurons grow and remain active in the brain. Early exposure to these processes results in receptive programming. Discusses the implications for schools, teachers, and parents. (MJP)
Descriptors: Child Development, Cognitive Development, Cognitive Processes, Early Childhood Education