Achieving Excellence in Preschool Literacy Instruction (Solving Problems in Teaching of Literacy)

by Laura M. Justice

High-quality preschool programs are essential to improving children’s outcomes in reading achievement and leveling language and literacy disparities among students from diverse backgrounds. Grounded in state-of-the-art research evidence, this practice-oriented book demonstrates how preschool professionals can create, evaluate, and sustain exemplary programs. Chapters from leading authorities cover coaching, assessment, and differentiation, as well as explicit strategies for teaching English language learners and helping at-risk readers. Discussion questions and suggested activities for professional development are included, as are reproducible assessment forms and planning tools for use in the classroom.

Paperback

First published November 28, 2007

Reviews

[A. · Rating 3 out of 5]

I found this not as applicable to me as Sally Moomaw's books because it was more focused on theory than on practical application by non-teachers in a home-preschool environment, although the content was still interesting. The section on developing skills through interactive reading was excellent though.

[Rachel · Rating 2 out of 5]

A total snoozer, but good information.