Training Guides for the Head Start Learning Community:
Emerging Literacy: Linking Social Competence to Learning
Module 4
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Setting the Stage for Literacy Explorations
Handout 20: Setting Up a Library Area
Location:
- In a location visible upon entering the room
- In an area defined on three sides by low shelves and walls
- Near the writing area
- Away from distractions
- In a space large enough for at least four children to use at one time
- In a spot with good lighting
- Child-sized table and chairs
- Beanbag chairs
- Children's rocking chairs
- Large pillows
- Carpet or area rug
- Low, open shelves
- Posters and displays related to books
- Pictures and signs made by the children
- Photographs of children and adults reading books
- Plants
- Interesting things to look at and talk about (for example, a seashell)
- Puppets
- Felt board and pieces
- Items related to familiar books
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