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Osborn, Jean, Ed.; Lehr, Fran, Ed. – 1998
This book addresses the crucial and controversial questions that face today's reading scholars, educators, and professionals. Contributors to the book offer their insights and expertise on such issues as the phonics/whole language debate, the state of reading comprehension instruction, the validity of and need for standards and assessment,…
Descriptors: Beginning Reading, Beginning Writing, Classroom Techniques, Early Childhood Education
Strickland, Dorothy S., Ed.; Morrow, Lesley Mandel, Ed. – 2000
In this essay collection, scholars in the area of early literacy provide concrete strategies for achieving excellence in literacy instruction. The collection presents current, research-based information on the advances and refinements in the area of emerging literacy and the early stages of formal instruction in reading and writing. Following a…
Descriptors: Beginning Reading, Beginning Writing, Childrens Writing, Classroom Techniques
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Karnowski, Lee – Reading Teacher, 1989
Discusses the Language Experience Approach and process writing, two methods which approach reading and writing as active processes, stressing communication and meaning. Asserts that these methods are compatible and shows how they can be combined and incorporated into kindergarten and primary level classes. (MM)
Descriptors: Beginning Writing, Classroom Techniques, Collaborative Writing, Emergent Literacy
Barone, Diane M., Ed.; Morrow, Lesley Mandel, Ed. – 2003
This book presents current, research-based best practices for supporting young children's development as readers and writers. From leading figures in early literacy, the book's essays demonstrate that scientifically grounded instruction need not be dull, drill-oriented, or "one-size-fits-all"--rather, it describes language-rich approaches to…
Descriptors: Beginning Reading, Beginning Writing, Case Studies, Classroom Techniques
Rog, Lori Jamison – 2001
Most educators will agree that a kindergarten program must provide not only a print-rich environment, but also carefully organized learning experiences. This book maps out how to develop and maintain an exemplary literacy program in a kindergarten classroom. The first section of the book explores the necessary elements of an outstanding…
Descriptors: Beginning Reading, Beginning Writing, Class Activities, Classroom Environment
Texas Education Agency, Austin. – 2000
The Texas Reading Initiative began in 1996 in response to Governor George W. Bush's challenge to all Texans to focus on the most basic of educational goals--teaching all children to read. This booklet describes important aspects of effective reading instruction, as well as elements of classroom and campus support for effective instruction. The…
Descriptors: Beginning Reading, Beginning Writing, Classroom Environment, Classroom Techniques
Jarboe, Tracy; Sadler, Stefani – 2002
This book contains patterns and activities designed to supplement core literacy instruction, showing students how to work together within large- and small-group settings, independently in learning centers, or at home with their parents. Section 1, "Essential Elements and Skills of a Balanced Literacy Program," provides ideas on how to…
Descriptors: Beginning Reading, Beginning Writing, Class Activities, Classroom Techniques