Six Skills for Early Literacy- Day by Day

There are 6 early literacy skills that serve as the foundation for learning to read and write. I will introduce one skill daily with tips and suggestions on how to help your child develop these skills.


Print Motivation- This is more of an attitude than a skill!

This is being excited about and interested in books. Getting a child excited about reading and books is the first step. Babies learn to emote by mirroring our feelings and enthusiasm. When you have a strong reaction to something, they notice. They don't know they are having fun until you tell them! Well, tell them books are exciting and fun and enjoyable by projecting those feelings when sharing books.