How do you plan to use ELP standards as an early childhood teacher?

 

How do you plan to use ELP standards as an early childhood teacher?

Early childhood education can play an essential role in preparing young English language learners (ELLs) for later success in school. Children who have an opportunity to develop basic foundational skills in language and literacy in preschool enter kindergarten ready to learn to read and write (Ballantyne, Sanderman, & McLaughlin, 2008).

Reaching ELL Families

Learn how preschools can recruit ELL families.

But how can early childhood educators know if their programs are providing children with the skills they need? This article will describe some of the methods and strategies that research has proven effective in preparing young ELLs for kindergarten.

If content area standards are provided for every grade level, why are English language proficiency standards necessary

How would you explain what they are and why you use them to an ELL parent?