Literacy in early childhood classrooms should be active, engaging, and meaningful. In this interactive session, participants will explore practical, hands-on strategies for transforming traditional literacy instruction into dynamic learning experiences that capture young learners’ attention and build foundational skills.
Drawing from 32 years of educational experience and current work establishing the Early Childhood Education program at J.P. King Jr. CTE Academy, Johnetta Lofton shares classroom-tested approaches that prepare future educators to confidently integrate literacy across the curriculum. Participants will discover developmentally appropriate techniques that promote oral language, vocabulary development, comprehension, and a love of reading through play, storytelling, dramatic reenactment, literacy-rich centers, and cross-curricular connections.
Attendees will leave with ready-to-implement ideas, adaptable activities, and strategies that can be used in both secondary Early Childhood Education programs and early learning environments.
CTE Early Childhood Education Teacher, Franklin City Public Schools
Johnetta Lofton is an experienced Family and Consumer Sciences educator with 32 years of service in North Carolina public schools. After retiring, she returned to the classroom and is currently in her second year with Franklin City Public Schools in Franklin, Virginia. She serves... Read More →
Wednesday July 22, 2026 10:30am - 12:30pm EDT Cape Colony
