International Journal of Elementary Education

Volume 1, Issue 1, December 2012

  • Reading Rocks Junior: An Exploratory Study of an Emergent Literacy Program for Children at-Risk for Learning Disabilities

    Sierra Holtzheuser, John McNamara, Ashley Short, Chantelle Keay

    Issue: Volume 1, Issue 1, December 2012
    Pages: 1-7
    Received: Nov. 28, 2012
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    Published: Dec. 30, 2012
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    Abstract: This paper describes an exploratory study of an emergent literacy program offered by the Learning Disabilities Association of Niagara Region to support young vulnerable readers. The program was designed and offered in response to a community call to support vulnerable children and families. Twenty-three four- to six-year old children participated i... Show More