Designing Early Literacy Programs: Differentiated Instruction in Preschool and Kindergarten

By Donald J. Richgels and Lea M. McGee

Book Overview

This acclaimed teacher resource and course text describes proven ways to accelerate the language and literacy development of young children, including those at risk for reading difficulties. The authors draw on extensive research and classroom experience to present a complete framework for differentiated instruction and early intervention. Strategies for creating literacy-rich classrooms, conducting effective assessments, and implementing targeted learning activities are illustrated with vivid examples and vignettes. Helpful reproducible assessment tools are provided. Purchasers also get access to a Web page where they can download and print the reproducible materials in a convenient 8 1/2" x 11" size.

New to This Edition
*Fully restructured around a differentiated instruction model.
*Incorporates response-to-intervention concepts and principles.
*Chapter on exemplary prevention-focused classrooms, with an emphasis on playful learning.
*Additional appendices: multipage assessment scoring record plus sample completed forms.
*Links instruction to the Common Core State Standards.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 146251412X
• ISBN13: 9781462514120
• Release Date: April 2014
• Publisher: Guilford Publications
• Length: 257 Pages
• Weight: 1.12 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 7.0" x 10.0"

Customer Reviews

Very good.

I thought this book provided a lot of useful information for someone who is beginning work in this field. I do feel like a great deal of it is targeted more towards preschool than kindergarten, but definitely addresses the needs of "at-risk" students. The assessment suggestions were weak in my opinion, but a good starting point.