5 guiding principles for reading instruction
When kids learn to read, focusing on the Big Ideas is critical to reading development. Instruction should be taught early. These principles are:
Phonological Awareness
Alphabetic Principle
Fluency
Vocabulary Development
Comprehension
4-YEAR-OLD LEARNS TO READ VIRTUALLY
This student is in VPK getting ready for kindergarten. He had a firm grasp of his letter names and most sounds on his initial assessment. He knew very little sight words. This is his reading after two weeks of lessons. His sessions were 4 times per week for 30 minutes.
4-year-old after 6 weeks of instruction
After 6 more weeks of instruction, He can read at a level D independently. His instructional level is E. Watch how he is able to attack and blend CCCvC words. He is well on his way to reading on a first grade level and he hasn't entered kindergarten. This head start will allow him to feel confident in any kindergarten classroom.
Get your child
kindergarten-ready
HELP YOUR CHILD
read on grade level
LET YOUR CHILD