Supporting Early Literacies through Play

Bringing together two key areas within early childhood play and literacy this book offers an innovative approach to examining literacies within the context of children s play. This book: Introduces students to contemporary theory and research in the field Explores the debates surrounding young children s play and how language and literacies are created through a range of play activity Helps students to reflect on how this knowledge can be applied in their future professional lives working to support young children Advocating for young children s play and diverse literacies, this book supports students to develop a depth of knowledge about how play can extend children s literacies, and encourages early childhood educators to reflect on and enhance their literacy practices with young children.