Oral Language and Reading
In this topic, we will delve into oral language development. We will examine the role of a child's family in the development of his or her language, and how a child begins to associate oral language with the written word.
Learning Objective
After completing this section you will be able to:
- Articulate the role of the family in language development and its connections to reading
Reading
- Young Children's Oral Language Development
- Approaches for Promoting Early Literacy
- The Importance of Oral Language Skills
Resources
Key Information
- Role of the Family
- Connections to Reading
Activities
- Activity 1-B-1: Connecting the Dots