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Authors Cate Heroman and Candy Jones show how to maximize literacy learning opportunities within a comprehensive, integrated curriculum. Provides descriptions of the seven components of literacy--literacy as a source of enjoyment, vocabulary and language, phonological awareness, knowledge of print, letters and words, comprehension, and books and other texts--including a review of the latest research and the teacher's role. Includes classroom strategies and techniques that teachers use to promote literacy learning: talking, singing, and playing with language; reading aloud; storytelling; story retelling; writing; scaffolding children's learning during play; and using literacy to learn as part of long-term studies. Provides guidance on planning for literacy learning in the 11 interest areas of The Creative Curriculum and throughout the day. Literacy Implementation Checklist. Presents information on meeting the strengths and needs of English-language learners and advanced-language learners, and adaptations for children with disabilities. | |