Building Family Literacy in an Urban Community (Language and Literacy Series (Teachers College Pr))

In this groundbreaking volume, Ruth Handel offers educators and parents who work to forge authentic partnerships between home and school crucial new insights based on her work with family literacy projects. In uncovering the many meanings of family literacy, this volume depicts the special nature of family literacy, locates programs historically, and points to future trends. This book provides a unique, accessible resource for initiating and improving family literacy programs.