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Download full textLu, Mei-Yu – 2003
The purpose of this Digest is to provide information for family child care providers regarding children's early literacy development. A definition and the characteristics of family child care are discussed in the first part of this Digest. The second half focuses on research-based strategies and recommendations that help support early literacy…
Descriptors: Beginning Reading, Beginning Writing, Early Childhood Education, Educational Environment
Stroup, Stephen – 2001
This digest is intended to help parents support young children's literacy learning. It begins with definitions of literacy and then follows with suggestions for parent involvement in children's early literacy development, based on recommendations from the National Reading Panel. It also lists 23 additional resources (organizations, books,…
Descriptors: Beginning Reading, Beginning Writing, Definitions, Early Childhood Education
Peer reviewedSmith, Carl B. – Reading Teacher, 1989
Discusses the concept of emergent literacy, summarizing several theories and studies on children's early experiences with reading and writing. Examines the implications of this research for beginning reading and writing instruction. (MM)
Descriptors: Beginning Reading, Beginning Writing, Early Reading, Emergent Literacy
Smith, Carl B., Ed. – 2003
This topical bibliography and commentary discusses several classroom techniques designed to encourage beginning writers to grow beyond uninspired composition. The strategies employed in the classroom are of equal value for both expository and creative writing. The various classroom techniques discussed share an emphasis on student-centered…
Descriptors: Beginning Writing, Classroom Techniques, Creative Dramatics, Primary Education
Fisher, Bobbi – 1991
Emergent and beginning readers demonstrate many predictable behaviors in the kindergarten classroom, yet every child is making sense out of print in his or her own way. The job of the kindergarten teacher is to help each child to continue developing as a reader and writer. Reading and writing materials are accessible and usable throughout a…
Descriptors: Beginning Reading, Beginning Writing, Classroom Environment, Emergent Literacy
Roser, Nancy L. – 1989
This booklet presents specific suggestions, based on research, to help parents encourage their children to become readers. Suggestions for reading to children include: (1) continuing to read to children once they learn to read; (2) reading to children regularly; (3) talking about what is read; (4) sharing reading; (5) starting slowly; and (6)…
Descriptors: Beginning Reading, Beginning Writing, Early Reading, Library Role
Thogmartin, Mark B. – 1996
This guide shows parents how to help their children develop into skilled and motivated readers. The guide contains sections on (1) how to prepare a child for reading success, long before lessons begin; (2) how to use children's literature to promote learning and enjoyment; (3) why combining book experiences and phonics is better than either…
Descriptors: Beginning Reading, Beginning Writing, Childrens Literature, Childrens Writing
