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Enhanced Picture Books: Enhancing the Literacy Development of Young Children

Enhanced Picture Books: Enhancing the Literacy Development of Young Children
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Author(s): Maria Cahill (Texas Woman’s University, USA), Anne McGill-Franzen (University of Tennessee, USA)and Dawn Peterson (Texas Woman’s University, USA)
Copyright: 2013
Pages: 23
Source title: Technological Tools for the Literacy Classroom
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Jeff Whittingham (University of Central Arkansas, USA), Stephanie Huffman (University of Central Arkansas, USA), Wendy Rickman (University of Central Arkansas, USA)and Cheryl Wiedmaier (University of Central Arkansas, USA)
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-4666-3974-4.ch012

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Abstract

This chapter provides a rationale for using digitally Enhanced Picture Books (EPBs), electronic texts which pair text narration with animated pictures, with young children in the classroom and as a home-school connection tool. First, we synthesize the research on shared reading with young children. Next, we detail the research literature in the area of digital text use with young children. We suggest substantive variables to consider when selecting EPBs. Finally, we recommend practices for integrating EPBs into the primary and early childhood classroom in a manner that will advance young children’s literacy development.

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