Bringing It All Together: The Multiple Origins, Skills, and Environmental Supports of Early Literacy.

Dickinson, David K.; McCabe, Allyssa

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ERIC Number: EJ637165

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 2001

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Bringing It All Together: The Multiple Origins, Skills, and Environmental Supports of Early Literacy.

Dickinson, David K.; McCabe, Allyssa

Learning Disabilities: Research & Practice, v16 n4 p186-202 Nov 2001

Data from three studies investigating factors supporting literacy development of children from low-income families indicate: early levels of achievement are strongly linked to later success; kindergarten vocabulary is strongly reflective of the use of varied vocabulary during meal times; and teacher training in literacy is beneficial to classroom environments. (Contains references.) (CR)

Descriptors: Beginning Reading, Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Economically Disadvantaged, Emergent Literacy, Family Environment, Learning Disabilities, Literacy, Low Income, Performance Factors, Reading Strategies, Teacher Education Programs

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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Note: Special Issue: Emergent and Early Literacy: Current Status and Research Directions.