Includes bibliographical references (p. 183-188) and index.
Contents
Research and theoretical background -- How effective shared reading looks and sounds -- Understanding the building blocks of language development -- Using shared reading to develop children's language skills -- Understanding important foundation skills for emergent literacy -- Using shared reading to develop children's emergent literacy skills -- Suggestions and strategies for reluctant readers -- Shared reading for children with special needs -- Promoting shared reading in the home environment -- Resources and tips for selecting storybooks.
