45 Strategies That Support Young Dual Language Learners

Shauna L. Tominey, Ph.D., Elisabeth C. O'Bryon, Ph.D.

Early Childhood
Discover 45 of today’s best strategies for teaching young dual language learners and supporting their families. Includes practical guidance on how to apply each strategy in real-world classrooms!

DISCOVER HOW TO

• Set up and organize your learning environment to support dual language learners
• Create a diverse classroom community where children’s challenges and needs are anticipated
• Use culturally responsive classroom management practices that engage diverse learners
• Strengthen social-emotional learning for dual language learners
• Promote early academic skills and make learning activities accessible to children of all cultural backgrounds
• Use music and movement to increase student engagement and boost language development
• Partner with families and engage them in children’s academic and social-emotional learning

PRACTICAL MATERIALS: Reinforce your learning with classroom activities; chapter quizzes; reflection questions; Spanish songs, vocabulary, and books for the classroom; lists of additional resources; and a glossary. Sample letters and forms help you communicate with families and evaluate student needs (all forms are photocopiable and available online).

Reviews

James Cox, Editor-in-Chief, Midwest Book Review - December 19, 2017
"A much-needed resource for in-service professional development and preservice courses, 45 Strategies That Support Young Dual Language Learners will help Preschool/Kindergarten teachers foster the success of inclusive early childhood classrooms and prevent achievement gaps for dual language learners ages 3 to 5."

Sandra Barrueco, The Catholic University of America - August 24, 2017
"This is exactly the type of information that early childhood professionals need in their training and professional development. It provides an impressive combination of practical and empirically-based recommendations. The writing style is impeccable and the information is presented in a thoughtful manner."

Authors: Shauna L. Tominey Ph.D., Elisabeth C. O'Bryon Ph.D.
Foreword Author: Guadalupe Díaz Ph.D.

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Learn the lingo and support dual language learners

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8 ways to show young children that diversity is a strength

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Strategy 12: Create a classroom community

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