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`Developing Language and Literacy 3-8 is a very substantial contribution to the early years practitioner's library and another example from the impressive Paul Chapman early years list' - Early Years

This book covers all aspects of a language and literacy curriculum for three to eight year old pupils, including all four models of language, working with bilingual children, assessment, planning and policymaking. It is a practical and comprehensive guide to teaching and learning in the early years and includes examples from the classroom to illustrate particular approaches and organizational issues. Each chapter includes suggestions for further reading.