The Child's Language and the Teacher- A Handbook

Language plays a very important role in the development of a child's personality and abilities. While exploring some of the basic functions like talking, reading and writing that any language performs in the lives of children, this little handbook also suggests various activities and games to hone their cognitive skills. This book will be of utmost importance to teachers of pre-school and primary school children, curriculum framers, parents and also others working with children.

Krishna Kumar (born 1951) was professor of education at Delhi University. He had been the head of the Central Institute of Education and a member of the Yashpal Committee. He also served as the Director of National Council for Educational Research and Training (NCERT).His books include Raj, Samaj aur Shiksha; Vichar Ka Dar (in Hindi); What is Worth Teaching; Learning from Conflict; Social Character of Learning; and Political Agenda of Education. His writings for children include Aaj Nahin Parhoonga (in Hindi) and Princess Promila, a novel.

**Contents and Sample Pages**