This volume is a valuable reference for literacy scholars and educators. In this encyclopaedic reference of prominent literacy terms, you will find citations of theorists and research findings to validate the content and lead you into a deeper dive for those terms of particular interest. Whether read cover to cover to provide an overview of the field or used as a side-table reference, The Language of Literacy Education offers valid, current information about important topics in the field. The 297 indexed terms expand our 87 main entries to encompass relevant terms in literacy education. Contributors are: Johnny B. Allred, Leah R. Cheek, Vicki Stewart Collet, Rebecca Carpenter de Cortina, Judy L. Fields, Seth D. French, Savanna L. Gragg, Angelia C. Greiner, Megan Yates Grizzle, Kathryn Hackett-Hill, Holly Sheppard Riesco, Afton Schleiff and Wyann Stanton.

"Heide Loves to Cheer" pulls back the curtain and gives the readers a peek inside the heart of someone with mental disabilities. Heide's joyful, loving spirit breaks down barriers and shows her neighbors that including her enriches their world. -Barbara Westberg Heide is a mentally challenged 28-year-old woman. Her body is that of an adult. However, due to being born with disabilities, Heide's mindset is that of a child. Billy is a ten year old boy who lives in the neighborhood. He has a cousin with a cognitive disorder, so Billy isn't intimidated when he first sees Heide cheering for him on her front porch. Heide is a joyful, excited young lady who just wants to be included in the other children's lives. "Heide Loves to Cheer" will help you understand Heide's thoughts and feelings; you'll see how Billy accepts and befriends Heide. From this insight, readers will learn that meeting individuals with disabilities are really opportunities to make a difference. By including them in your life, you can bring joy and happiness to them as well as yourself. Being kind one to another is a golden rule we all should follow. LOOK FOR THOSE OPPORTUNITIES TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE