The development of phonological awareness is critical for both learning to communicate and to read. This podcast gives an overview of phonological awareness and illustrates how the skill of rhyming can be taught through music. A brief summary of research supporting the use of music for teaching these skills is included.
resources related to this podcast
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๏Gillon, G. T. (2004). Phonological Awareness: From Research to Practice. New York, NY: The Guilford Press.
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๏LaGasse, A. B. (2013). Influence of an external rhythm on oral motor control in children and adults. Journal of Music Therapy, 50(1), 6-24.
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๏Newman, T. M., Macomber, D., Naples, A., Babitz, T., Volkmar, F., & Grigorenko, E. L. (2007). Hyperlexia in children with autism spectrum disorders. Journal of Autism and Developmental Disorders, 37, 760-774.
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๏Phillips, B. M., Clancy-Menchetti, J. C., & Lonigan, C. J. (2008). Successful phonological awareness instruction with preschool children. Topics in Early Childhood Special Education, 28(1), 3-17.
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๏Schumacher, K. (2013). Alphabet Stew and Chocolate Too: Songs for Developing Phonological Awareness, Literacy, and Communication Skills. Retrieved from www.TunefulTeaching.com
suggested citation
Schumacher, K. (Author). (2014, September 15). Rhythm, rhyme, and remarkable repetition: An effective foundation for literacy. Retrieved from http://imagine.musictherapy.biz/Imagine/podcasts/podcasts.html