Discussion 1

What is emergent literacy?

Emergent literacy is commonly defined as the behaviors of reading and writing that lead to
conventional literacy and “comprises all of the actions, understandings and misunderstandings of
learners engaged in experiences that involve print creation or use” (Koppenhaver & Erickson,
2003, p.

What is the difference between early literacy and emergent literacy?

Early literacy refers to “what children know about reading and writing before they actually learn
to read and write” (Ghoting & Martin-Diaz, 2006) and it is used interchangeably with emergent
literacy. Both terms imply that literacy development begins at birth, gradually develops over
time, and must be nurtured.

Discussion 2

What does emergent literacy mean?

Emergent Literacy: Early Reading and Writing Development

During early speech and language development, children learn skills that are important to the
development of literacy (reading and writing). This stage, known as emergent literacy, begins at
birth and continues through the preschool years.

What does emergent mean in education?

Emergent curriculum is an early education approach where teachers design projects unique to a
child or group of children. Learn what makes it successful, and find out if it is right for your
child.

Discussion 3
What is an example of emergent literacy?
 Examples of emergent literacy activities include engaging in shared storybook reading,
pretending to write or draw, incorporating literacy themes into play, and engaging in oral
wordplay such as rhyming. Shared storybook reading is arguably the most common emergent
literacy activity for many children.

What is emergent literacy and why is it important?

Emergent literacy is the stage during which children learn the crucial skills that lead to writing
and reading. Literacy builds on the foundations of language to include the advanced ways in
which we use language to communicate — primarily through reading, writing, listening,
watching, and speaking with one another.

How do you teach emergent literacy?

1. Establish predictable routines to encourage children to learn to anticipate events.

2. Provide concrete language-embedded experiences.
3. Create a communication-rich environment with meaningful activities in the natural context.
4. Read aloud!
5. Expose the child to reading and writing within the daily routine.

Discussion 4
What are the 5 emergent literacy skills?

Emergent literacy skills

 Print motivation. This component relates to a child's interest in and enjoyment of books. ...
 Vocabulary. The component "vocabulary" relates to the knowing of the names of things. ...
 Print awareness. ...
 Narrative skills. ...
 Letter knowledge. ...
 Phonological awareness.
Why are emergent literacy skills important in early childhood?

Literacy begins at birth and builds on relationships and experiences that occur during infancy and
early childhood. For example, introducing a child to books at an early age contributes to a later
interest in reading. Reading together while he or she sits on your lap promotes bonding and
feelings of trust.

Discussion 5
What are the 3 components of emergent literacy?

The three components are (a) Word Identification, (b) Listening Comprehension, and (c) Silent
Reading Comprehension. Each component consists of specific skills that emergent readers must
learn and understand before they can acquire conventional literacy.

What is the role of the teacher in emergent curriculum?

The role of the teacher in emergent curriculum is to observe and participate in play with the
children and utilize teachable moments to encourage their students' learning. The role of the
student is to engage in activities with an open mind, observing, participating, and learning as
they go throughout their day.