Building Early Literacy and Language Skills A Resource and Activity Guide for Preschool and Kindergarten

ISBN: 1570353603

Author: CCC-SLP Lucy Hart Paulson M.S.

Condition: New

More than 70 fun and engaging activities With a focus on preschool- and kindergarten-age children, Building Early Literacy and Language Skills describes the importance of language and literacy development, the connection between the two, and the importance of facilitating both in young children. This book gives you the tools to assess individual strengths and weaknesses and shows you how to plot an effective program for all students-those who are advanced, average, at risk, or have special needs. More than 70 engaging activities in Building Early Literacy and Language Skills facilitate the development of children's language skills, phonological skills, and print awareness skills. Each lesson plan Primary and secondary purposes of activity List of materials needed Steps and procedures for completing activity Alternative ideas to extend or modify activity Ways to promote family participation in activity Target outcomes of activity Blackline masters needed for activity (when applicable) Book title suggestions, a cross-referenced list of activities, sample goals and objectives for developing IEPs, and much more are included in the book's eight appendices. There is also a glossary and a helpful reference list.