Supporting the Wellbeing of Young Children with EAL

Language and communication skills are a key foundation of child development. This accessible and engaging resource enables early years educators to support the wellbeing and development of children whose first language is not English.

Liam A. Murphy is a British born early years educator who has spent his career exploring Asia, specifically Japan, Mainland China, and Hong Kong, where he has introduced international early years standards and practices across multiple schools and educational institutions. Liam's passion is in language development, specifically second, third, or even fourth languages, and the development of the young brain as it acquires communication skills across vastly different communication methods. Liam hopes to introduce more practitioners to life in the international early years system, and hopes this book helps those who are on their own adventure into multilingualism!

An Introduction from the Author, Chapter 1: Understanding Critical Approaches to Language and Wellbeing, Chapter 2: Connecting to the Holistic Approach, Chapter 3: Exploring the Prime Areas in EAL, Chapter 4: Exploring the Specific Areas in EAL, Chapter 5: Overcoming Challenges for EAL Students, Chapter 6: Culturally Responsive Pedagogy, Chapter 7: Engaging EAL Families, Chapter 8: Conclusion, References