Originally published in 1992. This book is designed to help the teacher facing the challenge posed by multi-ethnic, multi-cultural, multi-language classes. The contributions, from teachers and Higher Education tutors, are based on experience and research in this area and their emphasis is practical with theoretical support being provided where relevant.

Part one

Considers issues of difference, including looking at oral language development, issues of assessment, and the particular needs of traveller children, among other topics.

Part two

Looks at stories and books.

Part three

Looks at active language use in writing and drama.

Part four

Suggests useful resources.