Language, Culture and Identity in the Early Years

Download or read book Language, Culture and Identity in the Early Years written by Tözün Issa and published by Bloomsbury Publishing. This book was released on 2012-12-20 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In this engaging guide, the authors identify and disseminate good practice relating to language, culture and identity. They explore how children from a variety of cultural and linguistic backgrounds are supported through a number of pedagogical practices which are based on knowledge and understanding of the social and emotional development of young children. Topics covered include: - Perspectives on personal, social and emotional development - Maintaining home languages in early years settings - Supporting communication and oracy - Developing strategies for parental involvement Essential reading for those working with young children from a diverse range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds.