| Knowledge Development in Early Childhood: Sources of Learning and Classroom Implications Contributor(s): Pinkham, Ashley M. (Editor), Kaefer, Tanya (Editor), Neuman, Susan B. (Editor) |
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ISBN: 146250499X ISBN-13: 9781462504992 Publisher: Guilford Publications OUR PRICE: $42.75 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: June 2012 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Psychology | Developmental - Child - Education | Educational Psychology - Language Arts & Disciplines | Literacy |
| Dewey: 372.21 |
| LCCN: 2012016402 |
| Physical Information: 1.1" H x 6.1" W x 9" (1.15 lbs) 270 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Synthesizing cutting-edge research from multiple disciplines, this book explores how young children acquire knowledge in the real world and describes practical applications for early childhood classrooms. The breadth and depth of a child's knowledge base are important predictors of later literacy development and academic achievement. Leading scholars describe the processes by which preschoolers and primary-grade students acquire knowledge through firsthand experiences, play, interactions with parents and teachers, storybooks, and a range of media. Chapters on exemplary instructional strategies vividly show what teachers can do to build children's content knowledge while also promoting core literacy skills. |