The Early Literacy Handbook: Making Sense of Language and Literacy with Children Birth to Seven - a Practical Guide to the Context Approach - Softcover

I recommend this book to every teacher with responsibility for starting children as successful literacy learners. Its mix of common sense, erudition and human warmth together with a generous sprinkling of practical teaching tips will inspire teachers and children alike. I for one can't wait to read right through the excellent bibliography, or to urge colleagues working with both successful and struggling young readers to make full use of this handbook. --Penny Tyack, in Education Today Vol 62 No 4.

Essential resource to support literacy development. --Bernadette Turner, Lecturer, Dudley College.

There are lots of useful examples of observations and children's work. Its also helpful that different age groups are covered, to show progression in the work. --Michelle Williams, Early Years Lecturer, Macclesfield College.

Excellent resource. Up to date, relevant information, background and practical implementation. Not overwhelming for those new to early years and infant teaching. --Sarah Barton, Senior Lecturer, University of Portsmouth.

Fantastic information for both students and tutors. Really helpful. --Stephanie Schofield, Child Care Team Leader, Newcastle College.

This title incorporates both a phonics and context-based approach to literacy to ensure that teachers can hit literacy targets, whilst ensuring children are engaged and become life-long readers. It is a comprehensive, practical guide on how to teach children aged 0-7 to read and write. Each practical suggestion offered is supported by cutting-edge research by Dr. Dominic Wyse, a leading expert in primary literacy. Split into clear, easy-to-use sections by age, this book covers how to: -Build on what children know; assess children s needs -Work with parents -Interact with children -Motivate for reading and writing -Organise the classroom for reading and writing -Teach phonics and units in context -Teach handwriting, spelling, and punctuation -Assess reading and writing This must-have guide explains the theory behind best practice, followed by a practical example that professionals can consider in the context of their setting. Full colour photographs, case studies and action points are used throughout.