Author: Jane Belk MoncurePublisher:
ISBN: 9780717265008
Category : Alphabet
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A little boy fills his sound box with words beginning with the letter "a."
My "a" Book
Author: Jane Belk MoncurePublisher:
ISBN: 9780717265008
Category : Alphabet
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A little boy fills his sound box with words beginning with the letter "a."
Giving Our Children a Fighting Chance
Author: Susan B. NeumanPublisher: Teachers College Press
ISBN: 0807771945
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 177
Book Description
This is a compelling, eye-opening portrait of two communities in Philadelphia with drastically different economic resources. Over the course of their10-year investigation, the authors of this important new work came to understand that this disparity between affluence and poverty has created a knowledge gap--far more important than mere achievement scores--with serious implications for students' economic prosperity and social mobility. At the heart of this knowledge gap is the limited ability of students from poor communities to develop information capital. This moving book takes you into the communities in question to meet the students and their families, and by doing so provides powerful insights into the role that literacy can play in giving low-income students a fighting chance. Important reading for a wide audience of educators, policymakers, school reformers, and community activists, Giving Our Children a Fighting Chance: Documents how inequalities begin early and are reinforced by geographic concentration. Compares community libraries to see how print is used in each neighborhood and how children develop as young readers. Looks at patterns that create radical differences in experiences and attitudes toward learning prior to entering school. Explores the function of technology as a tool that exacerbates the divide between affluent students and those with limited access to information. Provides a comprehensive analysis of community literacy, documenting the transformation of media habits from books to computers. Concludes with a look inside schools to answer questions about what schools can do to overcome this complex, unequal playing field. Susan B. Neuman is a professor of Educational Studies at the University of Michigan, and has served as the U.S. Assistant Secretary for Elementary and Secondary Education.Her books include Changing the Odds for Children at Risk. Donna C. Celano is assistant professor of Communication at La Salle University in Philadelphia. “Giving Our Children a Fighting Chance depicts a stark reality: the enormous and growing divide in literacy and reading skill development between children growing up in poverty and children from the middle and upper classes—and the social and economic ramifications. This book should be required reading, not just for those in the education and policy fields, but for anyone who cares about the lives of children and the health of our society.” —Kyle Zimmer, President and CEO, First Book “‘By walking the streets, riding the buses, and taking the subways,’ Celano and Neuman give us a groundbreaking and sobering look at print and education technology resources in two neighborhoods, one wealthy and one poor. The result is a must-read eye-opener for anyone who cares about equal opportunity. The stuff of learning is essential but insufficient. Only with close teacher, parent, and student-to-student coaching can better print and technology resources make a difference.” —Eugenia Kemble, Executive Director, Albert Shanker Institute “The authors of this text make you CARE about these communities and children. They provide insights about how we must focus on literacy in order to make a real difference in the lives of students. This is one of the most comprehensive analyses to date of community literacy, documenting the transformation of media habits from books to computers.” —Linda B. Gambrell, Distinguished Professor of Education, Clemson University
My "b" Book
Author: Jane Belk MoncurePublisher:
ISBN: 9780717265015
Category : Alphabet
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
A little girl fills her sound box with words beginning with the letter "b."
My "x, Y, Z" Book
Author: Jane Belk MoncurePublisher:
ISBN: 9780717265237
Category : Alphabet
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
A little boy fills his sound box with words beginning with the letters "x, y, z."
My First Book
Author: Jane Belk MoncurePublisher:
ISBN: 9780717265497
Category : Alphabet
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
A book based on a teaching activity that helps children learn to recognize letters and their sounds.
7 Steps to Get Your Child Reading
Author: Louise ParkPublisher: Allen & Unwin
ISBN: 1760873314
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 260
Book Description
Generation Alpha is the swiper, pincher, tapper cohort, the first to grow up with devices in their hands. They are breaking new ground as a result of technological advances, while you, their parents, are having to navigate these uncharted waters. Literacy is the single most important thing we can teach kids. If they can read, all other learning will follow. Learn how to futureproof your child's literacy in a rapidly changing world, and give them the best chance of success. Louise Park has spent decades watching children working away at this reading thing. As a teacher, children's author and leading educational consultant, she knows better than anyone how the goalposts have shifted over time. The road to literacy has never been smooth, but now there is the added challenge of digital distractions. Louise will show you how to make the most of both digital and traditional forms of reading, as well as setting out commonsense plans for making a reader of your child. Based on scientific research and presented in a friendly, accessible style for time-poor parents, the seven simple steps will lead your Generation Alpha child to an irreplaceable love of reading. 'Simple, practical and inspiring - what a treasure! This book contains all you need to know in order to help children to become enthusiastic, proficient and joyful readers.' - Andy Griffiths 'This awesome book should be in every community, library, school and home. A triumph.' - Gabbie Stroud 'An essential book for every parent - the pages are filled with all the tools and understanding you need to get your child reading.' - Matt Stanton 'Bold, assured and waffle free ... warm and non-judgemental. This book inspired me to make some simple, positive changes to our home routines.' - Lucinda Gifford
My "m" Book
Author: Jane Belk MoncureMy C Book
Author: Jane Belk MoncureStages of Reading Development
Author: Jeanne Sternlicht ChallPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Reading
Languages : en
Pages : 312
Book Description
My "n" Book
Author: Jane Belk MoncurePublisher:
ISBN: 9780717265138
Category : Alphabet
Languages : en
Pages : 29
Book Description
A little boy fills his sound box with words beginning with the letter "n."