One Child, Two Languages: A Guide for Early Childhood Educators of Children Learning English as a Second Language Book

The new edition of this accessible book for ealy childhood educators includes updated research and a greatly expanded chapter on assessment and highlights cultural diversity. It also includes a new tool for monitoring children's progess as they learn English as a second language. Updated from the first edition: Written expressly for teachers, this highly readable resource moves beyond the basics of child development to describe the natural progression of second-language acquisition in young children. Theachers will learn how to create a supportive classroom environment for second-language learners with effective ways to measure progress, address individual differences, and work with parents while acknowledging the importance of children's home language and cultures. The idea-packed handbook combines research findings with firshand observations of linguistically and culturally diverse children, making it an important addition to every early childhood educator's desk. All chapters have been updated and a few have been expanded. The largest area of supplementation is in the chapter on assessment, and area of great interest among early childhood educators at this time. The book also includes information on cultural diversity and international adoption. A new tool helps educators monitor children's progress as they learn English as a second language.Read More