Language Building Blocks: Essential Linguistics for Early Childhood Educators Contributor(s): Pandey, Anita (Author), Ryan, Sharon (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0807753564 ISBN-13: 9780807753569 Publisher: Teachers College Press OUR PRICE: $58.90 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: November 2012 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Education | Teaching Methods & Materials - Language Arts - Education | Elementary - Education | Early Childhood (incl. Preschool & Kindergarten) |
Dewey: 372.6 |
LCCN: 2012025838 |
Series: Early Childhood Education |
Physical Information: 0.8" H x 6.4" W x 9" (1.00 lbs) 224 pages |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Language Building Blocks is an accessible resource that familiarizes early childhood professionals with linguistics, the scientific study of language. Knowledge of linguistics will enable early childhood educators to successfully teach young children core competencies, such as phonemic awareness, reading, math, health literacy, and intercultural awareness. The text includes numerous real-life examples for diverse age groups and learning styles. The online Resource Guide provides hands-on activities and contributions by top scholars in the field. This resource shows teachers how to systematically empower and include all children. This teacher-friendly book:
Illustrates the value of observation, collaboration, and inquiry in early learning. |