The Literate Kindergarten: Where Wonder and Discovery Thrive

I had the opportunity to observe in Sue's room several years back and was struck by the wondrous balance she maintained as she honored and celebrated childhood while nurturing literacy learning. I have been watching and waiting for this book, doubtful she could ever capture the essence of her practice in words. Sue Kempton is a master teacher and she has proven to be a master of language, as this book is all that I had hoped it would be. This is a must read for kindergarten teachers mourning the loss of childhood under the NCLB mandates! Childhood and learning need not be opposite sides of a coin best left unspent. Please, please, do read this book and pass it on quickly.