Introductory issues
Introduction
Brain development, language, and literacy
The development of spoken language competence
The development of phonological skills
The development of work meaning and vocabulary
The development of grammatical knowledge
The development of reading and writing skills
Beginning reading
The development of reading comprehension
The development of writing skills
Individual and group differences in language and literacy
Motivational issues in speaking, reading, and writing
Sociocultural issues in speaking, reading, and writing
Instructional techniques and programs
General principles of effective instruction
Language and literacy programs that work.
Language and literacy development : what educators need to know by James P. Byrnes. ISBN 9781593859909. Published by Guilford Press in 2009. Publication and catalogue information, links to buy online and reader comments.