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Website Article: Early Literacy Instruction in Spanish
PreK
TK
TK
K-1
From:
Colorín Colorado
This resource illustrates:
1E) Curriculum and learning at home; 5E) Pre- and post-reading activities in each language; 5H) Read in home language, then English; 6C) Reading, writing, listening, and speaking in both languages; 7B) Key content vocabulary in home language; 7E) Invite home language into classroom
Grade level:
PreK-TK, Grades K-1
Language:
English
Audience:
Teacher
This article is a research overview for teachers about the early literacy development of Spanish-speaking children. The content covers stages of literacy development, explicitly notes the differences in reading instruction between English and Spanish, and includes some example literacy strategies and tips for parents.