“This book is scholarly, yet reasonably easy for the practitioner to read and understand. It contains a wealth of valuable information which relate to both theory and practice.”

Contemporary Education

“An honest and interesting attempt to portray the strengths and possible weaknesses of emergent literacy.”

Early Development and Parenting

“This book examines emergent literacy as the foundations for language instruction and seeks to relate the work of those doing research on literacy acquisition and those designing programs to facilitate children's literacy development. It bridges theory and practice, looking at both cognitive processes and settings in which children first experience "literacy." With contributions by leading researchers in the field, the book examines emergent literacy in nonliterate homes; oral language supports; parent-child reading; literacy and working class families; literacy from a developmental perspective; parental involvement; and collaborative efforts of teachers and parents. An essential collection for all research and education in the language arts methods area. Will also appeal to educators involved in reading instruction and parent-education. An honest and interesting attempt to portray the strengths and possible weaknesses of emergent literacy.”

Early Development and Parenting