All children are unique and learn and develop at their own pace. Universal Design for Learning (UDL) supports all children to meaningfully participate in the classroom by offering multiple means of representation (sharing content), engagement (accommodating different learning styles/preferences), and expression (demonstrating understanding). When applied to early literacy instruction, implementing UDL practices can support and… Read more »
Tag: Access
Breaking Barriers by Supporting Children with Identified Disabilities to Fully Participate in Early Literacy Activities
March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. Therefore, this entry will focus on strategies that support young children with identified disabilities to fully participate in early literacy activities. Literacy is the thread that weaves together imagination, communication, and learning. For children with disabilities, this thread is uniquely shaped by their needs, abilities, and modes of engagement. … Read more »
The “High Five” Early Literacy Skills
As you know, literacy is one of the most important aspects of early childhood development and includes what I like to refer to as the “High Five” early literacy skills: 1) phonological and phonemic awareness; 2) alphabet knowledge, 3) concepts about print 4) oral language and 5) early writing. The “High Five” early literacy skills… Read more »