Early literacy is what a child learns about reading and writing before learning to read and write. There are six pre-reading skills that are essential in order to learn to read.
Parents and caregivers play a major role in helping children develop these skills. The activities used to teach these skills also change with the child's age.
By the time a child is two years old, she can understand 300-500 words. What can you do to help your child develop vocabulary skills?
Talk to your child about what is going on around you. As the child gets older, add conversations about feelings and ideas.
When your child babbles or talks, listen and add details to what he says.
Ask your child lots of questions, even if he can't answer you. The child learns that questions are invitations for response
Speak clearly and in the language that is most comfortable for you.
Read together every day. Identify pictures, concepts and ideas as you read the book together.
For a list of great books or for more information about the Every Child Ready to Read program, ask at the children's desk.
