How to develop children's early literacy is a practical guide designed to support all early literacy educators.

If you are studying for a vocational qualification in early childhood, a qualified teacher working with under-fives, a nursery nurse or teaching assistant, this book is for you.

The years before a child starts school are crucial in establishing strong foundations for literacy. This book addresses current issues relating to early literacy.

The authors offer pragmatic ideas and information on key areas such as:

• literacy;
• play;
• bilingualism;
• special needs; and
• official curriculum frameworks.