Growing Up Reading: Learning to Read Through Creative Play

by Jill Frankel Hauser

Presents activities for very young children that develop reading and critical thinking skills

Genres: Parenting

187 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 1993

Reviews

[Ruth Ann · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a "cookbook" for promoting literacy in the home from birth to age seven. The format is inviting - bullets, headings, and short paragraphs make it easy for a busy parent to scan quickly. Theoretically strong yet not filled with too much jargon, most parents will find the principles of language development and beginning reading fascinating as well as helpful. The suggested activities are low cost and the focus is always on the discovery process, learning through play not drill. Several lists, for different ages and stages, will give parents a place to start when choosing books. Also, the activity materials section is very helpful. There are beginning books to make and a variety of manipulatives that explore letters and sounds, rhymes, and word families. These well chosen items should give parents a clear glimpse of the endless possibilities for making personal books and drawing upon literacy materials for playtime at home.

[Veronica · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good for reference

[Melissa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Perfect reference for any parent looking for more information about early literacy!