The complex world of one-on-one tutoring
Invernizzi, Marcia, 2001
In S. B. Neuman & D. K. Dickinson (Eds.), Handbook of early literacy research (Vol. 1, pp. 459-470). New York: Guilford Press
An examination of one-on-one reading tutorial’s influence in the literacy development of young children, with a focus on their cost-effectiveness, longevity, and diffusion of knowledge and skill, issues in implementing tutorials, and alternative delivery models within the context of home, school, and community
Other
Early literacy and developmentally appropriate practice: Rethinking the paradigm
New, Rebecca S., 2001
In S. B. Neuman & D. K. Dickinson (Eds.), Handbook of early literacy research (Vol. 1, pp. 245-262). New York: Guilford Press
A description of interpretations of early literacy and developmentally appropriate practices
Other
Intergenerational family literacy: Concepts, research, and practice
Wasik, Barbara H., 2001
In S. B. Neuman & D. K. Dickinson (Eds.), Handbook of early literacy research (Vol. 1, pp. 444-458). New York: Guilford Press
An examination of how family literacy has been defined, how these definitions have influenced the formation of family literacy programs, and recommendations for further program development and research in family literacy
Other
Invented spelling, phonemic awareness, and reading and writing instruction
Richgels, Donald J., 2001
In S. B. Neuman & D. K. Dickinson (Eds.), Handbook of early literacy research (Vol. 1, pp.142-155). New York: Guilford Press
An article arguing that invented spelling facilitates the acquisition of phonemic awareness and can be an important tool in literacy development.
Other
Literature-based instruction in the early years
Morrow, Lesley M., 2001
In S. B. Neuman & D. K. Dickinson (Eds.), Handbook of early literacy research (Vol. 1, pp. 348-360). New York: Guilford Press
An examination of literature-based instruction and its role in early literacy development
Other
Preschool education for economically disadvantaged children: Effects on reading achievement and related outcomes
Barnett, W. Steven, 2001
In S. B. Neuman & D. K. Dickinson (Eds.), Handbook of early literacy research (Vol. 1, pp. 421-443). New York: Guilford Press
A review of research on preschool education’s influence on disadvantaged children’s short and long-term reading achievement, cognitive abilities, grade repetition, and special education placement
Other
The role of public libraries in children's literacy development: An evaluation report
Celano, Donna C., 2001
Harrisburg: Pennsylvania, Office of Commonwealth Libraries.
A report evaluating the effects of library exposure on Pennsylvania children's literacy development, using both qualitative and quantitative data
Reports & Papers
A sociocultural perspective on early literacy development
Gee, James P., 2001
In S. B. Neuman & D. K. Dickinson (Eds.), Handbook of early literacy research (Vol. 1, pp. 30-42). New York: Guilford Press
An overview of a sociocultural approach to early literacy, New Literacy Studies (NLS)
Other
Teaching phonics and phonological awareness
Stahl, Steven A., 2001
In S. B. Neuman & D. K. Dickinson (Eds.), Handbook of early literacy research (Vol. 1, pp. 333-347). New York: Guilford Press
A review of research on phonics and the notion of phonological awareness as a precursor to phonics instruction
Other
Writing and children's symbolic repertoires: Development unhinged
Dyson, Anne H., 2001
In S. B. Neuman & D. K. Dickinson (Eds.), Handbook of early literacy research (Vol. 1, pp. 126-141). New York: Guilford Press
A proposal of a form of literacy development focusing on social and symbolic flexibility and adaptability
Other