Literacy learning begins early and continues throughout the development of a child. It is a social and cognitive process that strengthens through constant exposure to books. Literacy has its beginnings within the family's culture and communication. Positive interactions with books enrich, entertain, and allow students to participate in an emotional journey. Readers can live vicariously through the main character and can see the world through their perspective.
Wordless books are perfect for storytelling. Children who use them become more attentive to details in the pictures. Picturebooks provide opportunities to read aloud and discuss.
Easy-to-read book help students make sense of text. Transitional chapter books help students develop good writing skills.
Books can offer collaborative opportunities and a variety of interpretations. They can stimulate "cross-talk" and support critical thinking. They can be used across the curriculum in all subject areas. More reading leads to increased abilities and general knowledge from which to build upon. Comprehension strategies are directly linked to a child being able to read and respond to a book. Teachers can help students learn how to make connections such as text-text, text-self, and text-world. A response-centered curriculum recognizes and encourages diversity and interactions.
Literature-based literacy includes read alouds, oral language activities, time to read, a rich choice of reading material, and a purposeful classroom. It offers students the opportunity to read, write, speak, and listen to generate meaning. Every teacher's objective should be to broaden the student's world by providing virtual experiences, enhanced language, and exposure to new information.
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