uilding crucial bridges between theory, research, and practice, this volume brings together leading authorities on the literacy development of young children. The Handbookexamines the full range of factors that shape learning in and out of the classroom, from basic developmental processes to family and sociocultural contexts, pedagogical strategies, curricula, and policy issues. Highlights of Volume 3 include cutting-edge perspectives on English language learning; innovative ways to support print knowledge, phonological awareness