Bachelor of Education: EML302 Emergent Literacy Project Report

This report, submitted by Bianca Sylvester for the EML302 course at Charles Sturt University, details an emergent literacy project focused on children aged three to four. The project explores the implementation of various learning experiences centered around the theme of 'frogs', including reading a book, and engaging in related activities. The report analyzes how these experiences promote emergent literacy skills, such as print awareness, vocabulary development, and narrative skills, aligning with the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF). It provides a rationale for each activity, detailing literacy concepts, skills demonstrated by the children, and the teacher's role in facilitating learning. The project evaluates the effectiveness of the experiences and discusses implications for future practice in enhancing children's literacy development, with the aim of creating a strong foundation for future educational and psychological development.