Introducing English as an Additional Language to Young Children

Kay Crosse

ISBN 10: 1412936101 / ISBN 13: 9781412936101

Published by Sage Publications, Inc. Jan 2008, 2008

About this Item

This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -`A definite must-have for all teachers of English confronted with early multilingualism' - Times Educational Supplement The activities and guidance in this book will help teachers to develop the confidence and meet the individual needs of young children with English as an additional language across different settings. There are also practical and varied language teaching strategies to promote learning for children working individually or in small groups. The first part of the book focuses on the introduction and development of oral language skills and the particular needs of young 'additional English language learners' settling into a new environment. It provides an introduction to the Foundation Stage curriculum and the ways in which links can be made with English as an additional language activity.The second part of the book presents practical activities grouped under the six areas of learning forming the early years curriculum. Each activity includes an appropriate objective, materials and preparation, key vocabulary to focus on and extension suggestions, as well as full guidance on how to manage the activity effectively.The book will be a valuable resource for all teachers, teaching assistants and other early years staff in day nurseries, nursery schools and other early years settings. Kay Crosse is a freelance early years consultant and was formerly head of Norland College. 192 pp. Englisch.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Introducing English as an Additional Language to Young Children
• Publisher: Sage Publications, Inc. Jan 2008
• Publication Date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1412936101
• ISBN 13: 9781412936101
• Binding: Buch
• Condition: Neu
• Weight: 737 grams

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Synopsis

Introducing English as an Additional Language to Young Children presents guidelines to help teachers meet the individual needs of young children with English as an additional language.

The first part of the book focuses on the introduction and development of oral language skills and the specific needs of young "additional English language learners" settling into a new environment. Readers will find an introduction to the Foundation Stage curriculum, ways in which links can be made with English as an additional language activity, and practical strategies for children working individually or in small groups.

The second part of the book presents activities grouped under the five "stepping stones" of the curriculum. Each activity covers setting an appropriate objective, materials and preparation, key vocabulary, and directions for implementation.

The book is a valuable resource for all teachers, teaching assistants, and other early years staff in day nurseries, nursery schools, and other early years settings.