HELPING YOUR CHILD WITH READING AND WRITING

When you think about why reading is important, you may think of the obvious benefits such as expanding your vocabulary and knowledge but what many people don’t realise is that for young children, it develops so many other skills too.

The sooner a child learns to read, the more opportunities they have to encounter the written word. More exposure then leads to better spelling, grammar, writing, and oral communication.

There’s no single “best” age to start teaching a child to read, as every child develops at their own pace, even siblings can vary enormously.

Most children begin learning to read between the ages of 4 and 7, with some starting as early as 4 or 5, and others around 6 or 7.  It is only natural for parents to worry when their child appears to lag behind other children in their class at school.  Occasionally there are reasons for concern, for example an undiagnosed problem with a child’s sight, but importantly, parents should not put pressure on a child.

Reading should be a pleasurable activity so introducing children to a wide variety of books will stimulate their curiosity and encourage them to try to understand what is on the page.

There are many resources for parents who want to encourage their children to read and write, so I have been looking at what is available.

These are a few of the activity books which enhance your child’s introduction to learning reading.

Usborne Phonics Readers 20 Books Collection Box Set

My First Phonics Reading Library from Usborne is a fantastic introduction to the broader world of reading. These books use simple rhyming language and essential vocabulary to help kids learn how the sounds they make relate to the words on the page. Every volume in this twenty book collection is fully illustrated, with fourteen by David Semple and six by Fred Blunt. Kids will love their charming styles and vibrant use of colour, and their love will make them want to learn.

Among the many funny stories are Underpants for Ants, where a mouse has to knit underwear for the chilly ants. There’s also Spider in a Glider, where the intelligent arachnid inventor has to turn her many hands to heroism. And who could forget Seal at the Wheel, where a speeding seal learns the hard way about careful driving. All these unforgettable tales and more are included in this set. The stories are written by Russell Punter, Lesley Simms, and Mairi Mackinnon with care and humour.

Children will love exploring these stories that will help them learn how words work together in sentences. They’ll be able to build their vocabulary while learning about animals, colours, shapes and more. Your child will love each story as they learn in an engaging manner that keeps them entertained throughout the entire book. This collection is perfect for parents who want their kids to grow up loving books as much as they do. And it’s never too early to start building those lifelong skills!

Usborne has been a trusted publisher of children’s books for nearly fifty years. They collaborate with literacy experts to make sure their books follow the latest educational guidance. My First Phonics Reading Library brings together twenty stories in a great value collection, the perfect kickstart to any child’s reading career.

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Titles in the set:

• Cow Takes a Bow
• Snail Brings the Mail
• Bee Makes Tea
• Underpants for Ants
• Croc Gets a Shock
• Crow in the Snow
• Spider in a Glider
• Seal at the Wheel
• Ape’s Great Escape
• Chimp with a Limp
• Hyena Ballerina
• Giraffe in the Bath
• Goat in a Boat
• Bug in a Rug
• Kangaroo at the Zoo
• Mole in a Hole
• Lizard in a Blizzard
• Flamingo plays Bingo
• Raccoon on the Moon
• Llamas in Pyjamas

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