Published by the California Department of Education (2008) Language and Literacy Domain California Preschool Learning Foundations Volume 1 Language and Literacy Published by the California Department of Education (2008)

Exploring the Vocabulary of Language and Literacy Writing Substrand/ Foundation Word or Phrase Definition Writing Strategies example FIP IG LL Activity 4

Exploring the Vocabulary of Language and Literacy What words were new to you? Which words are used in a way that is different from how you usually use the words? Which words or phrases describe behaviors that will be easy for you to observe in children? Which ones will be harder? FIP IG LL Activity 4

Exploring the Vocabulary of Language and Literacy Why do you think it is important for teachers to understand these vocabulary terms? How can you practice becoming familiar with these new words in your work with children? FIP IG LL Activity 4