Literacy Instruction in Multilingual Classrooms: Engaging English Language Learners in Elementary School

by Lori Helman

Book Overview

This hands-on guide shows elementary school teachers how to create multilingual classroom communities that support every learner's success in reading, writing, and general literacy development. The author provides a practical overview of key ideas and techniques and describes specific literacy activities that lead to vocabulary and oral English proficiency. Instructional chapters will help teachers build a language-rich classroom environment, scaffold...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 080775336X
• ISBN13: 9780807753361
• Release Date: May 2012
• Publisher: Teachers College Press
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 0.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.8" x 9.8"