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Peer reviewedCrawford, Patricia A. – Journal of Research in Childhood Education, 1995
Reviews the historical and current theoretical contexts that have contributed to the concept of readiness, especially reading readiness. Discusses connectionist, emergent, social constructivist, and critical theories of early literacy. Ends with a discussion of the future of research, debate, and practice in the area of early literacy. (DR)
Descriptors: Constructivism (Learning), Developmental Stages, Early Childhood Education, Educational Theories
Peer reviewedSilvern, Steven B. – Journal of Research in Childhood Education, 1991
Offers brief commentary on the studies included in this issue. Maintains that the four articles on children's home and school language is important professional literature for anyone who deals with reading and language. (BB)
Descriptors: Academic Achievement, Caregiver Speech, Cultural Differences, Early Childhood Education
