Language Culture and Identity in the Early Years

In this engaging guide the authors identify and disseminate good practice relating to language culture and identity. They explore how children from a variety of cultural and linguistic backgrounds are supported through a number of pedagogical practices which are based on knowledge and understanding of the social and emotional development of young children.<br/>Topics covered include: <br/>- Perspectives on personal social and emotional development<br/>- Maintaining home languages in early years settings<br/> - Supporting communication and oracy<br/>- Developing strategies for parental involvement <br/><br/>Essential reading for those working with young children from a diverse range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds.