Preface
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Part One Language Learning in Context
1. Appreciating Diversity and Educating the Young English Language Learner
2. Optimizing Every Child’s Language Growth through Family Literacy       Â
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Part Two Oral Language
3. Understanding Language Development in Early Childhood        Â
4. Helping Young Children Become Better Listeners          Â
5. Supporting the Speaking Abilities of the Very Young    Â
6. Using Narrative and Expository Texts to Foster Growth in Literacy         Â
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Part Three Literacy with Print
7. Fostering Growth in Emergent Literacy Â
8. Supporting Early and Independent Reading      Â
9. Leading Young Children to Literature    Â
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Part Four Written Language and Symbol Systems
10. Drawing and Writing to Communicate   Â
11. Understanding Media Influences and Applying Technology        Â
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Part Five The Teacher of Language Arts
12. Designing and Managing a Language Arts Program      Â
13. Documenting Children’s Progress in the Language Arts Â