Literacy-Rich Environments and the Transition of Young Children with Special Needs.

Katims, David S.; Pierce, Patsy L.

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Publication Date: 1995

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Literacy-Rich Environments and the Transition of Young Children with Special Needs.

Katims, David S.; Pierce, Patsy L.

Topics in Early Childhood Special Education, v15 n2 p219-34 Sum 1995

This article focuses on competencies needed for children's transitions from preschool special education programs to the primary grades, with a focus on literacy-rich classroom environments. The competencies concern: readiness to maximize academic achievement, social skills, and appropriate responsiveness to various instructional styles and new environmental structures. (Author/SW)

Descriptors: Classroom Environment, Disabilities, Interpersonal Competence, Intervention, Language Acquisition, Literacy Education, Preschool Children, Preschool Education, Primary Education, Reading Readiness, School Readiness, Student Adjustment, Transitional Programs, Writing Readiness

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers; Guides - Non-Classroom

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Language: English

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