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What is emergent literacy?
The first stage in reading development towards literacy acquisition.
Emergent literacy skills are only necessary after school entry.
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Which of the following is NOT emphasized as part of emergent literacy?
Match the components of book knowledge with their definitions:
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What role do visual materials play in teaching emergent literacy?
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What is phonological awareness?
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The ability to understand and use language through listening, speaking, and acquiring new vocabulary is referred to as ______.
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Study Notes
Emergent Literacy
- A multifaceted challenge in teaching literacy for children.
- Focuses on acquiring knowledge, skills, and attitudes related to reading and writing before formal instruction.
- Considered the first stage in reading development.
- Mastery of emergent literacy skills is crucial for later literacy development.
- Emphasizes oral language, print awareness, book knowledge, alphabet knowledge, and phonological awareness.
Oral Language
- Refers to a child's understanding and use of language through listening, speaking, and acquiring new vocabulary.
Print Awareness
- Deals with a child's understanding of printed symbols like letters, words, and pictures, and how these relate to meaning.
Book Knowledge
- Pertains to a child's understanding of what a book is and how they are exposed to books.
- Includes:
- Parts of a book
- Book handling
- Purpose of a book
Alphabet Knowledge
- Includes:
- Identifying Letters
- Letter Sounds
- Letter Order
Phonological Awareness
- Refers to a child's ability to identify and manipulate sounds and understand how sounds are used in words.
Visual Materials
- Essential to a good language program as they enhance visual perception in children.
- Pictures are the most effective, plentiful, and affordable teaching medium.
- Visual materials make abstract concepts more concrete for children.
- Pictures, diagrams, and illustrations help children understand and engage with new information, linking words to images and supporting comprehension.
Manipulatives
- Physical objects used as teaching tools to engage students in hands-on learning.
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Explore the foundational aspects of emergent literacy, which is essential for children's reading and writing development. This quiz covers key components such as oral language, print awareness, book knowledge, and alphabet understanding. Gain insights into how these skills form the basis for later literacy success.
