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QUESTION 1
1.1. Develop an overview that explores the significant role of parents in fostering emergent
literacy in young children. In your response demonstrate thorough understanding of the
concepts addressed in the study guide. Your overview should address the following questions:
Your overview must be well-structured, clear, and reflect your ability to think critically about
the role of parents in the learning process of language acquisition. Use specific examples from
the text and refer to key concepts where relevant. The length of the overview must be between
250 and 300 words.
Address the following questions in your overview with clear headings.
• What is the role of parents in the promotion of emergent literacy?
• How can you identify a child who is emergent literate?
• How does a child’s family background affect his level of literacy?
What is the role of parents in the promotion of emergent literacy?
Parents play a fundamental role in the development of emergent literacy. They are the first teachers,
and their interactions with children from an early age influence their language and literacy
development. By engaging in activities such as reading aloud, talking to their children, and providing
an environment rich in print, parents help lay the groundwork for literacy. Encouraging children to
engage with books, use storytelling, and involve them in everyday activities like writing shopping
lists or labeling items around the home fosters early reading and writing skills (EML1501, Study
Guide, p. 12).
How can you identify a child who is emergent literate?
A child who is emergent literate exhibits an awareness of the reading and writing process, even if
they cannot yet read or write conventionally. Signs include imitating reading behaviors like turning
pages or "reading" pictures, recognizing letters or familiar logos, and showing interest in books and
writing. For example, a child might "read" familiar environmental print such as signs or food labels,
associating symbols with their meanings (EML1501, Study Guide, p. 5).
How does a child’s family background affect their level of literacy?
A child’s family background significantly influences their literacy development. Children raised in
homes where parents actively engage in literacy activities—such as reading regularly and discussing
stories—tend to develop stronger language skills. In contrast, children in homes with limited
exposure to books or language interactions may experience slower language development.
Socioeconomic factors also play a role, as families with fewer resources may have less access to
books or literacy-rich environments, affecting the child’s exposure to language (EML1501, Study
Guide, p. 10).
QUESTION 1
1.1. Develop an overview that explores the significant role of parents in fostering emergent
literacy in young children. In your response demonstrate thorough understanding of the
concepts addressed in the study guide. Your overview should address the following questions:
Your overview must be well-structured, clear, and reflect your ability to think critically about
the role of parents in the learning process of language acquisition. Use specific examples from
the text and refer to key concepts where relevant. The length of the overview must be between
250 and 300 words.
Address the following questions in your overview with clear headings.
• What is the role of parents in the promotion of emergent literacy?
• How can you identify a child who is emergent literate?
• How does a child’s family background affect his level of literacy?
What is the role of parents in the promotion of emergent literacy?
Parents play a fundamental role in the development of emergent literacy. They are the first teachers,
and their interactions with children from an early age influence their language and literacy
development. By engaging in activities such as reading aloud, talking to their children, and providing
an environment rich in print, parents help lay the groundwork for literacy. Encouraging children to
engage with books, use storytelling, and involve them in everyday activities like writing shopping
lists or labeling items around the home fosters early reading and writing skills (EML1501, Study
Guide, p. 12).
How can you identify a child who is emergent literate?
A child who is emergent literate exhibits an awareness of the reading and writing process, even if
they cannot yet read or write conventionally. Signs include imitating reading behaviors like turning
pages or "reading" pictures, recognizing letters or familiar logos, and showing interest in books and
writing. For example, a child might "read" familiar environmental print such as signs or food labels,
associating symbols with their meanings (EML1501, Study Guide, p. 5).
How does a child’s family background affect their level of literacy?
A child’s family background significantly influences their literacy development. Children raised in
homes where parents actively engage in literacy activities—such as reading regularly and discussing
stories—tend to develop stronger language skills. In contrast, children in homes with limited
exposure to books or language interactions may experience slower language development.
Socioeconomic factors also play a role, as families with fewer resources may have less access to
books or literacy-rich environments, affecting the child’s exposure to language (EML1501, Study
Guide, p. 10).
