| It can take some children a long time to grasp the | | | | with your child, on foot or in the car, point out words |
| basic literacy skills. As a parent it is possible to help | | | | for them to read that you see on billboards and signs. |
| speed up a child's ability to read by spending a little | | | | Make it fun and your child will be stimulated to read |
| time practicing with them daily. This article offers | | | | things. |
| parents some tips on this matter. | | | | 3) Praise and Reward - When a child can read a given |
| What are the ways a parent can help their child to | | | | set of words show your appreciation for their |
| read? | | | | efforts by giving plenty of praise. You could also |
| 1) Word cards - Print or write words onto cards or | | | | create a chart that shows the child's progression and |
| buy readymade word flash cards. Stick the words | | | | rewards them when they reach a target. |
| onto their matching objects around the house and | | | | 4) Phonics - By learning the sounds of letters and |
| quiz the child regularly. Have the child sit down with | | | | letter combinations the child can begin decoding |
| you and read the cards. Play some games using the | | | | words. The can break the words up into parts and |
| cards, such as matching the word to the correct | | | | sound out each part to read the full word. |
| object. Children love to learn in a fun way so the | | | | 5) Story books -If you can find the time to sit and |
| more games you can enjoy with them the more | | | | read with your child every day they will improve their |
| their learning will develop. | | | | reading skills dramatically. Have them follow each |
| 2) Signs and Billboards - As you are out and about | | | | word with their finger as you read it. |