The Meaning Makers traces the language and literacy development of a large, representative sample of children from age 1 to 10, quoting liberally from observations made at home and at school. Setting the findings of the study in the context of recent research, it offers suggestions for improving children's opportunities for learning.
Language
English
Pages
360
Format
Paperback
Publisher
Multilingual Matters Limited
Release
August 18, 2009
ISBN
1847691986
ISBN 13
9781847691989
The Meaning Makers: Learning to Talk and Talking to Learn
The Meaning Makers traces the language and literacy development of a large, representative sample of children from age 1 to 10, quoting liberally from observations made at home and at school. Setting the findings of the study in the context of recent research, it offers suggestions for improving children's opportunities for learning.