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Publication Date: 2007-May
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Fathers and Young Children's Literacy Experiences in a Family Environment
Saracho, Olivia N.
Early Child Development and Care, v177 n4 p403-415 May 2007
Research provides evidence that fathers can promote the development of their children's literacy skills, including reading books to them that are appropriate, engaging their children in discussions about books they read, recording in a notebook the books the children have read and encouraging their children to read more books. This review presents some emerging findings and issues in the research literature that are relevant to the role of fathers in promoting their children's literacy learning. It also summarizes the concerns and findings presented in selected research studies. Recommendations are provided for both researchers and educators.
Descriptors: Childrens Literature, Family Environment, Fathers, Emergent Literacy, Parent Influence, Reading Aloud to Others, Reading Motivation, Journal Writing, Reading Interests, Parent Role
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Publication Type: Information Analyses; Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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