Treasure Hunt: Connecting, Exploring, and Valuing the Space of Home

Session Submission Type: Alternative Format Session

Abstract

When considering best practices for involving youth within literacy, family engagement is often an afterthought. Families are the key component for building lasting relationships with youth. Understanding family language practices, cultures/traditions, assets, and challenges can help educators better meet the needs of students. In this session, we explore various aspects and intersections of family literacy engagement practices across three unique studies that center families' voices in distinct ways across various contexts.

Content Area

• AREA 8. Literacy Learning and Practice in Multicultural and Multilingual Settings

Chair

• Rong Zhang, Appalachian State University

Presenters

• Sally Brown, Georgia Southern University

• Ling Hao, University of South Carolina

• Liz Murray, Bay Area Writing Project

• Breanya Hogue, Purdue University

• Mengying Xue, Purdue University