Abstract:
Early childhood educators (ECEs) play an important role in fostering children‟s literacy.
This study examined the effect of rich literacy environment on students' motivation. It was
conducted in a public school in Beirut. One kindergarten II class, 24 students, and 4
teachers participated in that study. Data was collected through classroom observations, self
report for the teacher, and interview with the teachers and students. Students learn from
their surrounding and by what is all around them and a Literacy rich classroom inspires and
teaches. A stimulating environment is therefore one of the key elements in the successful
development of literacy- talking & listening, reading and writing. A rich- literacy
environment enhances students' motivation. Although the findings are significant, more
research should be conducted in Lebanon to get more accurate results.
