Language and Literacy for the Early Years

′Those studying early childhood and related areas at degree level will find this book very useful for tackling course modules relating to language acquisition. Practical guidance, which includes case studies, outlines how to support language acquisition through rhymes, songs, story books and storytelling and helps students to understand how theory links to practice′
-Nursery World

′This is an ideal text for all students studying early childhood degrees and foundation degrees, or for those achieving Early Years Professional Status′
-Early Years Educator

′The book is very clearly laid out and is written in an easily accessible, user-friendly format which enables the reader to engage with the text easily′ -- Early Years Update
This is a very good basic introduction for 1st year undergraduates. The format is very accessible and the theory focus/activities will help students to fuse theory/practice as they prepare for Professional practice placements.
-- Dr Anna Ridgway * drupal *
This book has a good balance of challenging concepts and very clear descriptions for students gaining familiarity with language and literacy in the Early Years. We use this book as a core reading in our undergraduate Childhood Studies programme. -- Dr Lindsay Milligan * drupal *
an interesting and accessible book that students found useful -- Gwyneth Davies * drupal *
This book contains practical support for Early Years Practitioners. -- Miss Jackie Sumner * drupal *
Never received -- Miss Lorna Wardle * drupal *
Provides valuable information for those studying primary education - how to support children′s language and literacy skills effectively, including opportunities for extending own knowledge and understanding on the subject.
-- Miss Maria Cruickshank * drupal *
Chapter 10 on rhymes, poems and songs will be recommended for reading to support a taught session on playful language from the Communication, Language and Literacy module. -- Mr Ian Barrett * drupal *
a clear overview of language and literacy. Some interesting connections are made with other areas of learning such as Kholbergs Moral development stages, which makes the text a good general student book. -- Mr Mark Wilkins * drupal *
A good starting point for EYFS students approaching these crucial areas. -- Mr Neil Rutledge * drupal *
Very well written, professional and easy to navigate for any student studying in this area of learning. -- Mr Peter Craig Bergelin * drupal *
This book covers the essential aspects of language and literacy development in the early years, and present very practical ways in which to link theory to practice in early years settings. Highly recommended. -- Mrs Anna Colgan * drupal *
A very accessible text for undergraduate ECCE students. Presented in a clear, concise style with plenty of activities included also. -- Mrs Deirdre Breatnach * drupal *
Thanks a wonderful resource. Highly recommended -- Mrs Donna O'Connor * drupal *
This easily accessible text enables readers to understand the supportive environment necessary to facilitate language and literacy development. It also helps students to understand and recognise the needs of children with speech, language and communication difficulties and ways of responding to children′s needs. The case studies throughout are an invaluable addition to this text and will help students link theory to practice. -- Mrs Gillian Danby * drupal *
Excellent for the TA′s in EYFS and Reception Age Ranges -- Mrs Heather Langridge * drupal *
Easy to use in class, as it has case studies on most pages so can be used as a group or for individuals. It has clear font and a few diagrams. It also highlights summary′s of sections and a focus on theory section. Although it is aimed for Degree students, I have adapted some of the ideas and case studies for Level 2 and 3 students. Good size as well for students to carry around. -- Mrs Helen Chester (Christie) * drupal *
I would recommend this book to any student on the foundation degree. topics include langauge acquisition and developemnt which is a module of the course.

Excellent case studies that challenge students, together with the theory focus, which was particualy useful and thoughtful. I also like the definition boxes - very useful for students. I would recommend this text for foundation degree students. -- Mrs Helen Middleton * drupal *
An essential read for students studying Child Development . -- Mrs Jayne Daly * drupal *
A very detailed book that allows students to use for additional preperation for activities and reference -- Mrs Karen Cooke * drupal *
A very useful resource for early years practitioners who work with children in the area of language and communication development -- Mrs Liana Beattie * drupal *
Revelant and student friendly. -- Mrs Maria Robinson * drupal *
This was a really useful introductory source for our first year students studying language development and was also useful on one of our SEN modules. I will be adding it to our reading lists and using it again. -- Mrs Mary-Louise Maynes * drupal *
A well written and easily accessible book that will prove useful for students studying langauge acquisition and development. The inclusion of impact on reading and writing is particularly valuable to those working in the education section, and the focus on phonics is up to date and relevant. The ′definitions′ of key terms is particularly useful throughout the book, and the case studies and activities make this a working, ongoing tool to aid progression. -- Mrs Nicola Sperrin * drupal *
An interesting read, particulary for Early Years Teachers. This text will support their understanding of providing the correct enviroments to support language and literacy with young children. -- Mrs Nikki Fairchild * drupal *
Language and Literacy for the Early Years (2012) is an excellent core reading for the students studying their foundation degree. Sally Neaum links theory to practice impeccably through several hands on case studies and activities. This book is a fine addition to the Early Childhood Studies Series. -- Mrs Paivi Valtonen * drupal *
An excellent book looking at literacy and language. I am currently completing a speech and language as part of CPD and this book has been a helpful guide to me as well as the students and their language unit. -- Mrs Pamela Canning * drupal *
Used on the FDA, BA and EY ITT programmes - fitted superbly in the newly written "Acquiring Literacy" Unit on the BA. An excellent and well used text - more library copies ordered" -- Mrs Sarah Barton * drupal *
This is really useful book that extend and encourage students′ knowledge in understanding language and literacy in young age. -- Mrs Svetlana Shivacheva * drupal *
Lovely introduction to this area of child development. Students will find this easy to engage with -- Mrs Tanya Richardson * drupal *
Excellent a clear and well organised text that is accessible for most learners.
Written in an engaging style, a very interesting read.
Includes case studies and activities that can help support teaching staff in presenting and supporting the learner.
Very Useful.
-- Ms Caroline Brooks * drupal *
An extremely useful text which covers important aspects of early language and literacy in an accessible and interesting way. -- Ms Kate Allott * drupal *
A valuable source of information on how to support language and literacy in the early years. -- Ms Sue Kellas * drupal *
This book is a thorough and supportive text to support the students understanding and is in the reading list as an essential to support their understanding and application of learning. I was very impressed with the turnover of ordering to receipt of the books. -- Ms Susan Dobre * drupal *
Really accessible text book which helps learners engage with key topics covered in the text. Excelent reflective questions, activities and case studies again helping the elaqrners to engage with the topics and apply to practice. Helpful definitions of key terminology in each chapter too. A very user-friendly text. -- Sasha Pleasance * drupal *