{"product_id":"developing-early-literacy-0-8-from-theory-to-practice-9781446255339","title":"Developing Early Literacy 0-8: From Theory to Practice","description":"\u003cp\u003e ′Developing Early Literacy presents an interesting range of literacy-related topics which address issues of current importance to early years practice and, in places, question current thinking. There is an excellent balance of theoretical background and case study examples which would make this a relevant and practical text for both students and early years professionals.′ \u003cem\u003e \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Mary-Louise Maynes, Lecturer in Early Childhood Studies, Bishop Grosseteste University\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProviding clear guidance on how to develop early literacy, this book offers support with the planning and teaching of this vital aspect of the curriculum using innovative and exciting methods.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLinking theory with practice, topics covered include: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ebabies and very early communication\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ethe importance of role play corners\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eoutdoor learning and literacy\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ehow rhyme and repetition help to develop literacy\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eteaching literacy to children who have English as an Additional Language (EAL)\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eliteracy and diversity\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eusing picture books to develop literacy\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003esupporting transitions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003edifferent approaches to the teaching of phonics and early reading.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003eEach chapter has learning objectives, case studies featuring younger and older children from the Birth to 8 age range, a summary and suggested Further Reading. This text is essential reading for those on Early Childhood Studies, Early Years, Primary PGCE and Early Years teacher education courses.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVirginia Bower\u003c\/strong\u003e is Senior Lecturer at Canterbury Christ Church University.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBower, Virginia:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cb\u003eVirginia Bower\u003c\/b\u003e is a Senior Lecturer in Primary Education at Canterbury Christ Church University. She teaches on both the undergraduate programme and on the full time PGCE English course and is also part of the team who teach the Masters in Language and Literacy. Virginia is very keen to promote a love of literature in both children and university students and convenes a reading group for undergraduate trainee teachers where children's literature is shared, studied and enjoyed. She is currently undertaking a doctoral study focusing on supporting children with English as an additional language.\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBower, Virginia:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \u003cb\u003eVirginia Bower\u003c\/b\u003e is a Senior Lecturer in Primary Education at Canterbury Christ Church University. She teaches on both the undergraduate programme and on the full time PGCE English course and is also part of the team who teach the Masters in Language and Literacy. Virginia is very keen to promote a love of literature in both children and university students and convenes a reading group for undergraduate trainee teachers where children's literature is shared, studied and enjoyed. She is currently undertaking a doctoral study focusing on supporting children with English as an additional language.","brand":"Sage Publications Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50717819404562,"sku":"9781446255339","price":57.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_3c9eb48d-e94c-4199-8eea-16be6e4f377c.jpg?v=1734627356","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/developing-early-literacy-0-8-from-theory-to-practice-9781446255339","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}