Families and Child Literacy
Reading at home supports the development of this
What are literacy skills
A designated classroom space focused on reading and writing activities
What is a language arts center
Effective centers should reflect children’s interests and this
What is developmental level
Sending notes or messages home is an example of this
What is communication
A classroom environment filled with books, labels and visual text is known as this
What is classroom print
Daily conversations with children strengthen this
What is language development
This type of activity in the center allows children to practice letter formation and early writing skills
What is handwriting practice
Rotating materials helps maintain student this
What is engagement
Strong communication between families and teachers supports student this
What is learning
Labels on classroom materials support children in doing this
What is recognizing words
Families are considered a child’s first this
What is teacher
Providing a variety of books in this center supports development in this area
What is reading comprehension
Teachers monitor student participation in order to adjust this
What is instruction
Conferences are used to discuss this
What is student progress
Regular exposure to print helps children understand this concept
What is that print carries meaning
Activities like storytelling at home support this
What is reading development
Children use this area to create stories, drawings and written work
What is a writing center
Clear expectations and routines help centers function in this way
What is an organized
Collaboration between home and school helps children succeed in this
What is their education
Word walls, charts and labels are examples of this
What is environmental print
Visiting libraries and reading together helps foster this
What is a love of reading
Opportunities for drawing and writing in this center help children express this
What are ideas and creativity
Materials in centers should be safe, engaging and appropriate for this
What is children’s developmental level
Emails, phone calls and newsletters are all forms of this
What is communication
A well organized classroom library helps develop this skill
What is reading development