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Reading Families: The Literate Lives of Urban Children

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4 out of 5
Based on 6 Ratings and 3 Reviews

Book Description
This dynamic text offers a rare glimpse into the literacy development of urban children and their families' role in it. Based on the author's candid interviews with her first-grade students, their parents and grandparents, this book challenges the stereotypical view that urban parents don't care about their children's education. By listening closely to the voices of her students and their families... More
Book Information
PublisherTeachers College Press
BindingPaperback (2 editions)
Reading LevelUncategorized
# of Pages168
ISBN-100807742767
ISBN-13978-0807742761
Publication Date01/01/2003
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About Catherine Compton-Lilly (Author) : Catherine Compton-Lilly is a published author. Published credits of Catherine Compton-Lilly include Re-Reading Families: The Literate Lives of Urban Children, Four Years Later (Practitioner Enquiry Se... more
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About Barbara Comber (Foreword) : Barbara Comber is credited in . Published credits of Barbara Comber include Reading Families: The Literate Lives of Urban Children (Practitioner Inquiry, 23).
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