Building Literacy with English Language Learners, Second Edition: Insights from Linguistics

How can linguistics help teachers of English language learners (ELLs) improve their instruction? What specific competencies do ELLs need to build in order to speak, listen, read, and write in a new language? Now revised and expanded with a broader view of literacy, this book has guided thousands of inservice and preservice teachers to understand the processes involved in second-language acquisition and help ELLs succeed. The authors explain relevant linguistic concepts with a focus on what works in today's diverse PreK-12 classrooms. Effective teaching strategies are illustrated with engaging classroom vignettes; the volume also features instructive discussion questions and a glossary. (First edition title: Teaching Reading to English Language Learners.)

New to This Edition
*Broader view of literacy; increased attention to oral language and writing as well as reading.
*Chapter on digital learning, plus new content on digital technology throughout the book.
*Even more user friendly--additional classroom suggestions from real teachers, vignettes, and examples and graphics illustrating linguistic concepts.
*End-of-chapter "challenge questions" that inspire deeper reflection.
*Coverage of timely topics, such as numeracy and the language innovations of text messages.

• Best Practices in Adolescent Literacy Instruction, Second Edition
• Do I Really Have to Teach Reading?: Content Comprehension, Grades 6-12
• Balanced Literacy for English Language Learners, K-2
• La Linea: A Novel
• The ELL Writer: Moving Beyond Basics in the Secondary Classroom (Language and Literacy Series)
• Why Do English Learners Struggle With Reading?: Distinguishing Language Acquisition From Learning Disabilities
• Tools for Teaching Conceptual Understanding, Secondary: Designing Lessons and Assessments for Deep Learning (Corwin Teaching Essentials)
• Rethinking Multicultural Education: Teaching for Racial and Cultural Justice
• Assessing English Language Learners: Bridges to Educational Equity: Connecting Academic Language Proficiency to Student Achievement
• Where's the Glitch?: How to Use Running Records with Older Readers, Grades 5-8