Never Too Early: Life Lessons Through Early Literacy Deb Norris January 20, 2020

Literacy learning begins at birth and is a cornerstone for later academic achievement and lifelong opportunities. This two-part workshop enables early educators to a) identify the components of quality children’s literature for ages birth to six; b) plan how to use children’s books to both launch and enhance all areas of curriculum; and c) practice reading and using quality literature to help children develop and express their early literacy skills. Participants attend two, 2-hour sessions and practice using the books, between sessions. At the workshop participants receive quality children’s books at no cost. Vermont Humanities Council - Foundations of Early Literacy Learning Objectives 1. Identify and use components and best practices of early literacy; 2. Identify stages of early literacy development; 3. Identify the best practices selecting and reading aloud quality children's literature for ages birth to six; 4. Plan how to use children's books to both launch and enhance all areas of the curriculum.