Communication, Language and Literacy in the Early Years Foundation Stage

The Practical Guidance in the Early Years Foundation Stageseries will assist practitioners in the smooth and successful implementation of the Early Years Foundation Stage. Each book gives clear and detailed explanations of each aspect of Learning and Development and encourages readers to consider each area within its broadest context to expand and develop their own knowledge and good practice. Practical ideas and activities for all age groups are offered along with a wealth of expertise of how elements from the practice guidance can be implemented within all early years settings. The books include suggestions for the innovative use of everyday ressources, popular books and stories. Children's early communication needs careful nurturing and support. Practitioners will be both challenged and supported by this book which focuses on the skills needed for language and literacy and all aspects of children's interaction with others. The learning opportunities for children need to be relevant for their age group, realistic and challenging. This book gives readers clear explanations and practical ideas to help them establish firm foundations on which children can grow in confidence and become skilful communicators.

INTRODUCTION A THEORETICAL BASIS Section 1: Language for Communication and Thinking: Developing Speaking and Listening Skills Language Acquisition Language Acquisition and the Development of Speaking and Listening Skills Language Development, Speaking and Listening, and the Early Years Foundation Stage Pointers for Speaking and Listening in the Early Years Conclusion Section 2: Linking Sounds and Letters and Reading: Beginner and Developing Reader Behaviours Emergent Literacy and Early Reading The Importance of Story and Reading with Children The Development of Phonological Awareness: Linking Sounds and Letters Early Reading and the Early Years Foundation Stage Pointers for Linking Sounds and Letters and Reading in the Early Years Conclusion Section 3: Writing and Handwriting: Beginner and Developing Writer Behaviours Emergent Literacy and Early Writing Sociocultural Theory and Early Writing Early Writing and the Early Years Foundation Stage Pointers for Writing and Handwriting in the Early Years Left-handed Children Conclusion CHAPTER ONE: Language for Communication Birth-20 months 16-36 months 30-50 months 40-60+ months CHAPTER TWO: Language for Thinking Birth-20 months 16-3 months 30-60+ months CHAPTER THREE: Linking Sounds and Letters Birth-20 months 16-3 months 30-60+ months CHAPTER FOUR: Reading Birth-20 months 16-3 months 30-60+ months CHAPTER FIVE: Writing Birth-20 months 16-3 months 30-60+ months CHAPTER 6: Handwriting Birth-20 months 16-3 months 30-60+ months References Appendix 1: Technical Vocabulary