6: Concepts of Print
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In this chapter, we will explore the foundational elements of Concepts about Print, an important aspect of early literacy development that helps young children understand how printed language works. Concepts about Print refer to the basic principles governing how print is organized and used, including understanding that print carries meaning, knowing the directionality of text (left to right, top to bottom), recognizing the difference between letters and words, and understanding the function of punctuation and spaces.
Identifying the Components of Concepts about Print
We will begin by identifying the key components that make up Concepts about Print. These components include:
- Print Awareness: Recognizing that print has meaning and can be used to communicate information.
- Directionality of Text: Understanding that we read from left to right and top to bottom.
- Concept of a Word: Knowing that words are made up of letters and are separated by spaces in a sentence.
- Punctuation Awareness: Recognizing the role of punctuation marks in guiding how we read sentences.
- Book Handling Skills: Understanding how to hold a book, turn pages, and recognize the parts of a book such as the cover, title, and author.
Strategies for Developing Concepts about Print
Next, we will delve into a variety of strategies that educators can use to help young children develop these essential print concepts. These strategies include:
- Interactive Read-Alouds: Engaging children in shared reading experiences where the teacher points out and discusses the features of print.
- Print-Rich Environments: Creating classroom spaces where children are surrounded by printed words, labels, and signs that encourage print exploration.
- Hands-On Activities: Using tools like letter tiles, word cards, and sentence strips to help children interact with and manipulate print.
Involving Families in Learning Concepts about Print
Families play a vital role in reinforcing Concepts about Print at home. This chapter will describe methods to include families in their child's literacy development by:
- Sharing Books and Print Materials: Encouraging families to read with their children and point out features of print in books and the environment.
- Providing Print-Focused Activities: Offering families simple activities, like labeling household items or creating a family book, that emphasize print concepts.
- Communication and Support: Providing resources and guidance to families on how to support their child's understanding of print through everyday interactions.
Creating Materials to Support Learning Concepts about Print
Lastly, we will guide you in creating materials that support emergent readers and writers as they learn Concepts about Print. These materials might include:
- Print-Referenced Games and Activities: Creating games that focus on letter recognition, word boundaries, and punctuation.
- Custom Books and Labels: Designing books and labels that highlight print concepts and encourage children to explore and interact with text.
- Interactive Storyboards: Developing storyboards or flannel boards that allow children to arrange and rearrange words and sentences, reinforcing their understanding of print structure.
Purpose and Goals
This chapter provides a comprehensive understanding of concepts about print. You will learn about practical strategies and materials to support young children in developing this important early literacy skill. When children have a strong understanding of print concepts, they will be better prepared to engage with written language, providing the foundation for successful reading and writing experiences.
- identify the components and progression of Concepts about Print.
- describe strategies to utilize a variety of approaches to help young children develop Concepts about Print.
- describe methods to include families in their child's language and literacy development.
- create materials to support emergent readers and writers (i.e., materials for concepts about print)
- 6.1: Concepts of Print
- This page highlights the importance of Concepts of Print for early literacy, emphasizing skills like print orientation, letter recognition, and instruction's impact on reading success, especially for at-risk children. It references various studies on early literacy development, phonological awareness, and the influence of social factors on language skills.
- 6.2: Concepts of Print Continuum
- This page discusses the stages of emergent reading skills from infancy to preschool. It details how infants physically explore books, toddlers recognize and attach meaning to print, and preschoolers engage with books for enjoyment while understanding print conventions and text types. The content aligns with early learning standards from Wisconsin and Virginia.
- 6.3: Explicit Print Knowledge Instruction
- This page discusses effective instructional practices for preschool teachers, emphasizing systematic, explicit instruction for enhancing children's print knowledge and literacy skills. It highlights the importance of connections to children’s experiences and small-group instruction. An example is provided featuring Ms.
- 6.4: Print Referencing
- This page discusses the teaching strategy of print referencing during read-alouds, which enhances children's print knowledge by focusing their attention on print through various cues. Research indicates that this method increases visual engagement with print, often neglected in typical storytime. Effective implementation includes choosing visually appealing books and employing both verbal and nonverbal techniques.
- 6.5: English Learner Students and Students with Disabilities
- This page discusses strategies for teaching print knowledge to English learners and students with disabilities, highlighting the importance of individualized instruction and the use of visual aids, gestures, and manipulatives. It recommends leveraging skills from first languages and providing one-on-one support for students with disabilities.