Are you wondering how to teach a child to read? This helpful video and free ebook will tell you everything you need to know!
I get many emails from parents wanting the answer to this question: How can I teach my child to read?
It often takes me weeks before I reply to their message, because the answer is such a big one. For that reason, I decided to create this video. In it, you will learn the following:
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- The 5 pre-reading skills your child must have before learning to read
- How to teach phonics
- How to get started with sight words
- How to choose the right books to teach comprehension
- How to build fluency
- How to be your child’s reading coach
- Why it’s still important to read aloud to your child
- How to put it all together and create your own lesson plans
Links mentioned in the video:
TIP #1 – Make sure your child has the necessary pre-reading skills before teaching him/her to read.
- Nursery rhyme concepts of print pack
- Voice to print cards
- Ultimate list of rhyming books
- Video: 5 things you need to know about phonological and phonemic awareness
Tip #2 – Make a plan for teaching phonics.
Tip #3 – Teach sight words.
Tip #4 – Remember that comprehension is key.
- A leveled book list for parents
- Reading A to Z (I strongly recommend a membership!)
- Holiday House books
Tip #5 – Build fluency.
Tip #6 – Be a reading coach.
Tip #7 – Don’t forget to read aloud to your child.
Tip # 8 – Put it all together.
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Thank you, Anna. I enjoy your lessons so much. You are very helpful.
Carol
You’re welcome, Carol!
Thank you for sharing the precious experience with us. From the video clip, I can tell you are a very dedicated mum and also dedicated to teaching.
Thanks for your passion and love in teaching so we can benefit from it.
May you always be happy, healthy and free from worries.
You’re very welcome, Rachel! Thank you so much for the kind words!
I am so amazed and thankful for all of your material.
How are you so willing to share your hard work? It truly amazes me. Thank you so much.
I’m am homeschooling my kids and oldest is ready to read. Your resources have been so helpful. Thank you so much. Happy Happy New Year! May God richly bless your family and everything you do.
Thank you for your kind words!
Thank you these are some very good tips. The question that is still in my mind is, what is the right age to start teaching a child how to read? Different people have mentioned different ages but what are your thoughts about it?
Hi Ana! I believe it’s about being developmentally ready, not about the age. Check this post for important readiness skills: https://www.themeasuredmom.com/reading-skills-kids-need-theyre-ready-sound-out-words/