Presentation Strand

Literacy (Biliteracy and Multiliteracy)

Presentation Delivery Language

English and Spanish

Description

Spanish-English bilingual children, who have been historically underserved in schools, continue to be a fast growing group in U.S. schools. Thus, there is an urgent need to understand literacy development in Spanish. This panel brings together biliteracy researchers who share research findings on literacy development in children living in Spanish-speaking countries and literacy practices in communities and schools in grades Prek-6th. By shedding light on the dynamic interplay between teaching and the rich cultural dimensions of children’s lives, this panel offers insights for educators and researchers seeking to foster inclusive and culturally relevant literacy practices in bilingual educational settings.