In The Beginnings of Writing, the authors give the clearest, most comprehensive source on young children's development of writing, illustrating every concept with student artifacts. From scribbles and invented spelling to composition, this book also presents the most careful attention to children's development available, illuminating what they are trying to do as they write. Using this highly popular, well-respected book as a guide, teachers gain a practical, clear understanding of each child's present challenges and successes as (s)he develops competence in writing and develop the skills needed to offer appropriate instruction and support at each point in the child's learning.
- ISBN10 0205501842
- ISBN13 9780205501847
- Publish Date 19 February 2013 (first published March 1982)
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 15 March 2021
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Pearson
- Edition 4th edition
- Format Paperback
- Pages 320
- Language English