Wide-eyed and curious, your child is beginning the first phase of reading instruction. Early reading skills set the foundation for literacy development and lifelong learning, which is why this phase of development is so fascinating and crucial for kids. But with so many learning apps, online lessons, and educational programs available today, how can you […]
A child’s reading development happens at multiple levels: individual, familial, social, emotional, cognitive, and environmental, to name a few. All these aspects of reading can (and should!) involve positive experiences. When facilitated well, literacy education helps your child grow into a strong, curious reader who loves to learn. One way to initiate this early development […]
As a parent, your involvement in your child’s reading development is crucial. Not only do you play a significant role in your kids’ earliest experiences with reading, but you can also impact important outcomes such as their level of fluency, attitudes toward learning, and reading comprehension. By including some fun and interactive reading activities in […]
When kids are learning to read and write, instruction should be fun and engaging. Not only have certain word games proven to be effective in the learning process, but it’s also common for students to develop attitudes toward reading based on early experiences. An element of enjoyment is crucial if your child is to develop […]
Is your child struggling to understand new words in books as they learn to read? It’s common for beginner readers and their parents to feel discouraged. While building a strong vocabulary is an essential part of reading comprehension, it takes time. And it doesn’t have to be a chore. To help your child discover a […]
Reading books out loud to your child is a precious and important part of their development. Read-alouds support children’s literacy development, bonding experiences, and story comprehension skills. However, simply reading the words on the page isn’t always enough to facilitate meaningful reading experiences with your kids. Making storytime an interactive and educational bonding memory can […]
If your kids regularly use tablets and smartphones, you might as well make some of their screen time educational. In today’s digital-savvy culture, there are many ways to harness the potential of online learning and the wealth of information at your child’s fingertips. One way many parents are doing this is through the use of […]
Young readers can experience a wide range of motivation levels. Some kids love reading and begin to devour all the print they can get their hands on; others might struggle through each new sentence; and everything in between. One way to strengthen readers’ interest and enthusiasm toward books is through interactive support in a positive […]
Literacy—the ability to read, write, and utilize language—begins developing early in life. Infants naturally respond to oral expression and language around them. Babies learn to communicate verbally and eventually say their first words by repeating what they hear. Toddlers start using words, forming sentences, building a vocabulary, and recognizing the importance of print in their […]
Pre-readers are children who understand the concept of reading but don’t know how to read yet. Toddlers, preschoolers, and kindergarteners are often pre-readers. Even if they haven’t learned phonics or the alphabet, they’re still experiencing an important stage of early literacy. As a parent, you play a major role in nurturing your child’s literacy development […]
