Most young children focus on the illustrations when being read to. Otherwise, they are looking up at the adult reader. This can take away from the child’s ability to learn about the letters, sounds, and words on the page. Here are a couple of tips to help your children get the most out of read-aloud time.
Meaning of the print:
- Point out specific words in the book.
Organization of the book and print:
- Walk your child through HOW you are reading the book (the flow of the pages, the author’s role, etc.).
Letters:
- Point out uppercase and lowercase letters and the names of each letter.
Words:
- Help your child recognize some of the written words and connect the words on the page to their spoken counterparts.
For examples of how you can direct your child’s focus to these things, visit the original source, located here: https://www.readingrockets.org/article/simple-yet-powerful-things-do-while-reading-aloud.
