Learning About Language and Literacy in Preschool (The Preschool Teacher's Library of Playful Practice Set)

Engage Preschoolers in Talking, Reading, and Writing Their Way to Literacy Learning

What every preschool teacher needs! Filled with practical strategies and useful information on language and literacy, this book offers:

• Learning center ideas
• Engaging activities
• Practical suggestions that are easy to implement
• Ideas that support the development and learning of every preschooler
• Children’s book recommendations

This excellent resource of engaging learning experiences for preschoolers was developed for you by the editors of Teaching Young Children.

Shared reading in preschool uses oversize books with large print and predictable text. After reading the book at least once to enjoy the characters and story, the teacher places the book on an easel so everyone can see the illustrations and text. The children listen as she reads and talks about features of the text. Researchers have found it an effective way to introduce children to the joys of reading and enhance their print awareness (Grabmeier 2012).