The top 4 mistakes I have made with helping my own child with learning to read (Ep. 31)

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HERE’S WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THIS EPISODE:

In this episode of the Your Learning Village podcast, host Sarah Travers talks about her experience teaching her own daughter to read at home. She shares some of the mistakes she’s made along the way, including starting too early with sounds, comparing to standards, and dipping in and out of programs. Listeners will gain insights and actionable tips to help their own children with learning at home, with a special focus on reading.

TOPICS COVERED:

• [00:01:42] Learning phonics sounds.
• [00:03:57] Early reading pressure on children and comparisons to standards
• [00:07:07] Reading pressure on children with levelled readers
• [00:11:28] Stick to one reading program.
• [00:14:30] Avoiding my mistakes when teaching reading.

Start reading skills later

Reading is a vital skill that is essential for success in life. However, many parents are eager to start teaching their children reading skills as early as possible. While this may be beneficial for some children, it is important to consider the potential drawbacks of starting reading instruction too early.

In the Your Learning Village podcast, Sarah Travers talks about her experience of teaching her own daughter to read. She admits to making mistakes along the way, one of which was starting too early with sounds. Phonics sounds are a popular way to teach reading and do benefit the majority of children. However, there is a temptation to rush through this process so that children can start ‘reading’ as soon as possible. This can lead to skipping pre-reading skills which are essential for developing the brain’s reading pathways.

Starting reading skills too early can also lead to children becoming bored and stuck in the early stages of reading. This is because their maturity in other areas may not be advanced enough to move on to more challenging books. It is important to remember that children develop at different rates and that it is not a race to the finish line.

Parents should be patient when it comes to teaching their children to read. It is important to give children the time to develop their pre-reading skills before introducing them to phonics. This will help to ensure that they are ready to progress to more advanced reading materials.

In conclusion, starting reading skills too early can lead to children becoming bored and stuck in the early stages of reading. It is important to be patient and give children the time to develop their pre-reading skills before introducing them to phonics. Doing this will help to ensure that they are ready to progress to more advanced reading materials.

Wait until the child is ready

As parents, it is important to remember that every child is unique and learns at their own pace. It is important to remember that the recommended standards for reading are just that – recommendations. It is important to be aware of these standards, but it is also important to be mindful of your own child’s individual needs and abilities.

It is important to wait until your child is ready to start learning to read. Starting too early can lead to children becoming bored and stuck in the early stages of reading. This can be especially true if the material is not appropriate for their age or if they do not have the necessary background knowledge to understand the material.

It is important to give children the time to develop their pre-reading skills before introducing them to phonics. This can include activities such as rhyming, listening to stories, and recognizing letters. Doing this will help to ensure that they are ready to progress to more advanced reading materials.

It is also important to be mindful of the pressure that can come with trying to keep up with standards. It is important to remember that standards are just that – standards. It is important to be aware of these standards, but it is also important to be mindful of your own child’s individual needs and abilities.

In conclusion, starting reading skills too early can lead to children becoming bored and stuck in the early stages of reading. It is important to be patient and give children the time to develop their pre-reading skills before introducing them to phonics. Doing this will help to ensure that they are ready to progress to more advanced reading materials. As parents, it is important to remember that every child is unique and learns at their own pace. It is important to remember that the recommended standards for reading are just that – recommendations. It is important to be aware of these standards, but it is also important to be mindful of your own child’s individual needs and abilities.

Stick with one program

When it comes to reading programs, it is important to stick with one. Trying too many different programs can be confusing for children. It can also lead to them becoming disinterested in reading. It is important to pick one program and stick with it. This will help to ensure that your child is getting the consistency they need in order to make progress. It is important to remember that reading programs are designed to be followed from start to finish. It is important to be patient and not rush through the program. Doing this will help to ensure that your child is able to make the most of the program and learn to read effectively. Additionally, it is important to remember that reading programs are not the only way to help your child with reading. It is important to also incorporate other activities such as shared reading experiences and memory-making activities. Doing this will help to ensure that your child is able to make progress in their reading skills.

In conclusion, it is important to remember that every child is unique and learns at their own pace. It is important to stick with one reading program and be patient. Additionally, it is important to incorporate other activities such as shared reading experiences and memory-making activities. Doing this will help to ensure that your child is able to make progress in their reading skills.

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• Read Write Inc home learning pack
• Read-to-cook recipe bundle

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The information contained above is provided for information purposes only. The contents of this episode are not intended to amount to advice and you should not rely on any of the contents of this podcast. Professional advice should be obtained before taking or refraining from taking any action as a result of the contents of this podcast. Sarah Travers disclaims all liability and responsibility arising from any reliance placed on any of the contents of this episode.