Developing Language and Literacy 3-8

Ann Browne is teaching fellow at the University of East Anglia and a consultant

′In the third edition of this book, Browne provides a fully updated guide to language and literacy in the early years, taking into account current research, policy and practice. Chapters cover a wide range of topics such as reading, writing and spelling as well as chapters on special educational needs, bilingual learners and assessment. The book is intended for early years and primary teachers and practitioners in training and will provide them with an easy to read, informative and comprehensive guide to how children acquire these skills′ - Early Years Educator ′I would thoroughly recommend this as a book which enables and empowers at many levels of experience. Every staff room should have a copy′ - English Four to Eleven ′While the book is particularly useful for student teachers and NQTs, the reflective activities in each section, in particular, could inform teaching practice for all those seeking to develop language and literacy skills in their classroom - Literacy Time PLUS

• Speaking and ListeningReadingResources and Activities for ReadingWritingSpelling, Handwriting and PunctuationBilingual LearnersLanguage, Literacy and GenderSpecial Educational NeedsWorking with ParentsAssessmentPlanning for Language and Literacy