Language and literacy 3-7:

Language and Literacy 3-7 is a practical guide which considers the research evidence that is needed to inform enlightened practice, and offers concrete suggestions and teaching approaches for early years settings and classrooms. This comprehensive book shows the 'what', the 'how' and the 'why' of innovative, creative practice for teaching language and literacy. The author examines how young children learn to use both spoken and written language, and shows how to assess, plan, offer learning opportunities and teach for the efective development of speaking, listening, reading and writing. Each chapter includes case studies, learnign and teaching suggestions and further reading.