- The child has learned to recognize and identify letters of the alphabet.
- The child has learned to associate letters with their corresponding sounds.
- The child has learned to recognize and read simple words.
- The child has learned to understand basic sentence structures.
- The child has learned to comprehend and follow simple instructions.
- The child has learned to develop listening and concentration skills.
- The child has learned to expand their vocabulary.
- The child has learned to develop a love for reading and storytelling.
Continued development can be encouraged by:
- Reading aloud to the child regularly to expose them to a variety of texts and storytelling styles.
- Engaging the child in interactive reading activities, such as asking them questions about the story or encouraging them to predict what might happen next.
- Providing the child with age-appropriate books and materials that match their interests and reading level.
- Encouraging the child to retell stories in their own words or create their own stories using their imagination.
- Playing word games or engaging in activities that promote phonemic awareness, such as rhyming or identifying beginning sounds of words.
- Creating a print-rich environment at home by labeling objects, using alphabet charts, or displaying books and magazines within the child's reach.