With literacy problems plaguing as many as four in ten children in America, this book discusses the important topic of how best to help children succeed in reading. You'll find out how to help youngsters build word recognition, avoid comprehension problems, and more. The book offers several useful tools and references including:
- A checklist of specific accomplishments from preschool through third grade
- 55 activities to do with children
- A list of 100 recommended children's books
- A guide to computer software and CD-ROMs
- A list of Internet resources
This book is a "must-read" for specialists in primary education as well as parents, child care providers, literacy advocates, and teachers.
