{"title":"Judith A. Schickedanz","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJudith A. Schickedanz\u003c\/strong\u003e offers insightful contributions to the world of education, particularly in literacy development and early learning. Her works blend practical guidance with thoughtful exploration, making them valuable resources for educators and parents alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect engaging titles that delve beyond traditional teaching methods, such as \u003cem\u003eSo Much More than the ABCs\u003c\/em\u003e, encouraging a deeper understanding of how children learn to read and write. Schickedanz’s books inspire a holistic approach to fostering literacy skills in young learners.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"so-much-more-than-the-abcs-by-judith-a-schickedanz-9781952331329","title":"So Much More than the ABCs","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSo Much More than the ABCs\u003c\/em\u003e by Judith A. Schickedanz and Molly F. Collins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLaying a Strong Foundation for Literacy in the Early Years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA child's literacy development begins long before their formal education does. The skills and knowledge that infants, toddlers, and preschoolers acquire through meaningful, playful language and literacy experiences are the building blocks of their later success in reading and writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHow do early childhood educators foster young children's understanding of reading and writing during this emergent literacy period? Moreover, how can they nurture a love of reading and writing? With these two questions at its core, the revised edition of this bestselling resource provides:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eA comprehensive and updated overview of what literacy development looks like for children from birth through age 5\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eInstructional approaches that support robust early language, literacy, and content knowledge learning\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eConsiderations for choosing and sharing materials and for designing the physical environment in ways that support language and literacy learning\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRecommendations for developmentally appropriate books that engage children's minds and imaginations\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAuthentic writing samples that showcase young children's thinking around and explorations with mark making\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGrounded in new research and drawn from the authors' extensive experience, this book gives educators the tools they need to create and build on learning opportunities that will lead to thriving, motivated readers and writers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47607782670572,"sku":"9781952331329","price":76.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/5888991bef737a16914b0e7846429ad0.jpg?v=1778187819"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/judith-a-schickedanz.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}