BOOK BOUNCE

Book Bounce is a research-based program designed to close the literacy gap for young Dual Language Learners (DLLs). We bring our theme-based book units to preschools, child care centers and community centers, where we train teachers, child care providers, and parents about best practices to engage in shared book reading with young children who do not speak English at home. Shared book reading is interactive - it's talking with children about books... Book Bounce's approach of having parents read to their preschoolers in their home language has several benefits as well. The practice not only demonstrates respect for the family's home language, it highlights the importance of children continuing to grow in their knowledge of their native language. Additionally, it aids in the acquisition of new vocabulary, encourages oral language production, and improves listening comprehension. Unfortunately, DLLs are often not formally taught their home language beyond the social language they use at..

Also known as: Book Bounce, Inc.