Bringing together prominent scholars, this book shows how 21st-century research and theory can inform everyday instructional practices in early childhood classrooms (PreK-3). Coverage includes foundational topics such as alphabet learning, phonological awareness, oral language development, and learning to write, as well as cutting-edge topics such as digital literacy, informational texts, and response to intervention. Every chapter features guiding questions; an overview of ideas and findings on the topic at hand; specific suggestions for improving instruction, assessment, and/or the classroom environment; and an engrossing example of the practices in action.
New to This Edition *Incorporates the latest research findings and instructional practices. *Chapters on new topics: developmental word study and the physiological, emotional, and behavioral foundations of literacy learning. *Chapters ...
There is also a basket of crossword books nearby and blank forms for making crossword puzzles. ... She also has several “learner's dictionaries” (e.g., American Heritage Dictionary, 2000), which are intended for students who are ...
Boston: Pearson. International Society for Technology in Education. ... Retrieved September 1, 2013, from www.iste.org/docs/pdfs/nets-s-standards.pdf?sfvrsn=2. ... Teaching and learning inquiry-based science in the elementary school.
Christina L. Madda, PhD, is Associate Professor of Literacy Education at Northeastern Illinois University, ... and is coauthor of the books No More Reading Junk and Maximizing Motivation for Literacy Learning: Grades K–6 and coeditor of ...
This book addresses questions of how early literacy instruction can meet children's diverse needs and provide essential skills. The focus is on issues of theory and practice for children ages...
Now in a thoroughly revised and expanded third edition, this evidence-based book distills the latest knowledge about literacy teaching and learning into clear strategies for helping all children succeed. Within...
Striking a Balance: Best Practices for Early Literacy
What are today's best practices in early literacy instruction--and what should schools and programs focus on in the future?
New to This Edition *Chapters on new topics: building multicultural classrooms, Black girls’ digital literacies, issues of equity and access, and creating inclusive writing communities. *New chapters on core topics: academic language, ...
New to This Edition *Incorporates the latest research on literacy development and on the ISA. *Describes connections to the Common Core State Standards (CCSS). *Explains how to use the ISA with English learners. *Chapter on fluency. ...