Handbook of Family Literacy Edited by Barbara H. Wasik Published
April 26th 2012 by Routledge – 480 pages Published April 26th
2012 by Routledge – 480 pages The Handbook of Family Literacy,
2e, provides the most comprehensive, up-to-date coverage of
family literacy of any available book. It documents the need for
literacy education for children and parents, describes early
literacy and math development within the home, analyses
interventions in home and center settings, and examines the
issues faced by fathers and women with low literacy skills.
Cultural issues are examined especially those for Hispanic,
African American, American Indian, Alaskan Native, and migrant
populations. Noted experts throughout the United States, Canada,
England, the Netherlands, Germany, New Zealand, and South Africa
analyze the commonalities and differences of family literacy
across cultures and families. Key features include the
following. Comprehensive – Provides updated information on the
relation between early childhood literac