When Most Parents Read Picture Books with Their Young Children

question 6

Multiple Choice

When most parents read picture books with their young children they are actually using a scaffolding strategy. Parents are more directive when children are younger and become less so as their children's language skills improve. Which of the following is not an example of this strategy?

• A) Parents ask questions.
• B) Parents point out and label pictures, provide feedback.
• C) Parents make categorical distinctions, such as saying, "This is a dog and this is a bird; birds fly and make their nests in trees."
• D) Parents do not elaborate about the stories' plots and allow the young child to figure it out.

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