NF05-637 The Power of Family Literacy

Authors

Janet S. Hanna, University of Nebraska - LincolnFollow
Kayla M. Hinrichs, University of Nebraska - LincolnFollow
Carla J. Mahar, University of Nebraska - LincolnFollow
John DeFrain, University of Nebraska - LincolnFollow

Date of this Version

2005

Document Type

Article

Comments

© 2005, The Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska on behalf of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln Extension. All rights reserved.

Abstract

Virtually all families want their children to learn to read and write, and to succeed in school, and are eager to provide any support necessary.

Family involvement in everyday language- and literacy-related activities has a significant impact on children's language dvevelopment acquisition of early literacy skills. Early language and literacy activities at home contribute to differences when children enter school.