Recognising that informed, caring adults are critical to supporting early literacy development, this important resource builds on the concepts introduced in the second edition of the ALSC/PLA Every Child Ready to Read (R) initiative. Offering practical suggestions for incorporating early literacy information and strategies into the storytime setting, early literacy authorities Ghoting and Martin-Diaz

• Explain how young children develop knowledge critical for reading comprehension
• Discuss five vital storytime practices (singing, talking, reading, writing, and playing), which adults can be taught to use at home
• Present dozens of storytimes for babies/toddlers, twos, and preschoolers, that engage adults while keeping their children in focus
• Address how young bilingual children acquire language, and other current research

Featuring a variety of songs, projects, and activities, this book can be used at the library, at home, or anywhere else storytimes take place.