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No Limits to Literacy for Preschool English Learners

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I am an early childhood specialist in a public school district and I discovered this book when I was looking for an early literacy book for our pre-kindergarten teachers to study. Since our public pre-k program is for English Language Learners this book seemed to fit the bill nicely. When it arrived I realized it not only fit the bill but it was absolutely perfect. No Limits to Literacy discusses in great depth the best practices in early childhood literacy which was just what I needed for our book study. While it does address English Language Learners, it is also very appropriate for native English speakers as well. The book covers all the components of phonological awareness, parent involvement, assessment, curriculum and much more. I can't recommend this book enough, I think it should be required reading for every preschool teacher; public, private, home-based, or Head Start. If every preschool teacher in the U.S. followed the teaching practices in this book we would have high-quality programs throughout the country.

This book really synthesizes the research done on second language learners in the early years. It is well organized and easy to read. Personally it has really helped me to use the most appropriate methods and prioritize the skills that I want my esl students to master. I couldn't recommend it enough-- even for folks who don't teach esl.

Excellent book for educators, administrators -- great resource for Pre K teachers of all children.....but especially nice for second language learners! Great resource!!!