Language and Literacy in the Early Years
by Marian R Whitehead
(Sage, 0 7619 4470 2, 18.99, 020 7324 8500)
Reviewed by Ros Bayley, educational consultant and trainer The world of early years care and education has changed beyond all recognition since the second edition of this book was published in 1997. In this, the third edition, the author rises to the challenge of writing for a larger range of practitioners and early years settings. It is a splendid book and anyone willing to give it time and attention will be abundantly rewarded.
The author resolutely rejects simplified views of communication, language and literacy and quick approaches for teaching it. She reasserts the complexity and the joy involved in supporting children's development as communicators, speakers, writers and readers.
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