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Language & Literacy in the Early Years 0-7
Marian R. Whitehead
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Description for Language & Literacy in the Early Years 0-7
Paperback. Language and literacy are at the heart of the early years and primary curriculum, and this book provides a thorough grounding in the essentials of the subject, while also updating the reader on the latest developments in policy and practice. Num Pages: 264 pages, black & white illustrations, figures. BIC Classification: JNLA; JNLB; JNU; YQC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 170 x 16. Weight in Grams: 462.
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. ... Read more
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. ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
SAGE Publications Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
264
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Condition
New
Number of Pages
264
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781849200080
SKU
V9781849200080
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99-2
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 ... Read more
Reviews for Language & Literacy in the Early Years 0-7
'This book shoudl be read by all those involved in Early Years settings, in order to understand the moral imperative of creating environments which recognise the uniquely individual social and cultural experiences that young children bring to formalised learning. The greatest strength of this text is the ability of the writer to annexe complex research to the compelling need ... Read more