Seven Steps On How To Teach Reading To Kids

By Annabelle Holman


The only great way to make a child grasp the wealth of knowledge gained through the written language would be to start helping them to read at an early age in a convenient atmosphere. There are so many ways on how to teach reading to kids and they are beneficial for anyone who would love to assist their child grown into a knowledgeable person. A child with an early education is able to study and perform well in their future academics.

Create a study plan that is suitable for your child. Usually, you will want to help your child through the study process and so the best time to create a study routine would be every night. You can have your son or daughter read a section of children books for some minutes. Take note of their progress each day. Ask them if they have a problem studying a section of the book you give them and then help them read that part.

The local library could be a great source where you can find better reading materials that can help our child learn how to read as well as becoming a regular reader. When you are at the library, take the child to the children book section and allow him or her to pick a book or books they would find interesting to read. If you are a registered member with the library, you can borrow these books and have your child use them for reading over the weekend.

There are times that your child will need time to study on their own, especially when they find an interesting and engaging book in the local library. When you notice your child wants to read on their own, take them to a suitable environment. Ensure that the area is quiet, free from distraction and comfortable.

Taking turns is a very great way to help your child get more out of the reading sessions. It is like a fun game where the two of you get a chance to participate. Usually, you will go through one of the books your child loves to read most, pick a story and then choose the first 3 to 5 paragraphs and read to them aloud. Once you are done reading the story to the child, have them read the same story aloud and take note of their flow and progress.

Listening to your child read is important because you can identify where they make mistakes in the study. There are instances where your child will not be able to read some words because they are difficult to master. Once you notice this, help them to read and pronounce the word before allowing them to proceed with their reading.

It is most likely that your child will not pronounce some words as you would generally expect them to. Have your child spend some time with you to learn sound patterns and pronunciation. This will help them pronounce the words properly as well as be able to read flawlessly when they are on their own in school and at home.

Make sure your child reads some comprehension work. Select a small part of a story from their favorite book and have them read it aloud. Watch their language pattern and progress.




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