Connecting Through Talk
Connecting Through Talk
Nurturing Children’s Development With Language
Authors: David K. Dickinson, Ed.D., Ann B. Morse, M.Ed.
This book provides practical guidance for fostering foundational language skill development in every young child.
Contains Companion Materials
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Summary
This book examines how responsive adult–child interactions influence early language development. It explores the interconnection between a child's language skills, social-emotional development, executive function, and literacy. It aims to answer effective ways to support parents in nurturing their children's development, drawing on current research and effective programs.
Key Topics Discussed Include:
- How the brain develops in the first years of life
- The importance of parent–child attachment
- The impact of executive function on academic achievement
- Characteristics of responsive and language-rich parent–child exchanges
- Children’s understanding of symbols, joint attention, and theory of mind
- Learning the building blocks of language and literacy
- The role of socioeconomic factors in early development
- Principles for effective intervention
- Economic arguments supporting early development
The book also includes descriptions of programs that promote thoughtful, responsive adult–child interactions and expand children's access to books.
Reviews
Amy Butler, The Old Schoolhouse Magazine "This book is an excellent resource for any research paper on a related subject, and it breaks down the science behind the importance of reading to children."
James Cox, Editor-in-Chief, Midwest Book Review "Impressively researched, well-written, and organized, Connecting Through Talk is a seminal body of meticulous scholarship."
Roberta Golinkoff, Ph.D., University of Delaware "This delightful and highly readable book captures important findings on emerging literacy and the programs that help it flourish."
Kathy Hirsh-Pasek, Ph.D., Temple University "Written by leading scholars, Connecting Through Talk teaches us how all children can grow their language skills and enhance their social potential."
Timothy Shanahan, Ph.D., University of Illinois "A deep and coherent understanding of children's early language development can be found in Dickinson and Morse's Connecting Through Talk."
Joshua Sparrow, MD, Harvard Medical School "A synthesis of research on early language and literacy development, and practical interventions designed to help parents support their children's learning."