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ERIC Number: EJ610282
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2000
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ISSN: ISSN-0044-0728
What Does Emerging Literacy Look Like?
Bobys, Aline R.
Young Children, v55 n4 p16-20, 22 Jul 2000
Discusses how early childhood teachers can provide a classroom environment that puts into practice theories related to emerging literacy. Describes holistic strategies used in one kindergarten that enhance literacy learning, including shared book experiences, huddle groups, language samples, self-directed learning time, student-developed dictionaries, and partnerships with fourth graders. (KB)
Descriptors: Childrens Writing, Class Activities, Cooperative Learning, Early Childhood Education, Emergent Literacy, Kindergarten, Learning Activities, Reading Instruction, Student Evaluation, Student Journals, Teaching Methods, Theory Practice Relationship
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Shared Book Experience; Shared Reading