July 30, 2010, Newsletter Issue #301: ECE - Pre-Reading

Tip of the Week

One stage in learning to read is making a connection between each letter and the sounds it represents. That´s the basic idea behind phonics. Here´s an activity that helps reinforce the learning she´ll be doing at school.
•Draw large block letters on 12x12-inch pieces of poster board. Cut them out. Start with a few letters, such as the ones in your child's name.
•Choose one letter and help your child locate small items that begin with that letter sound. For example, glue buttons and beads on a letter B. Or, make handprints with tempera paint on the letter H.
•At first, you can name the object for a letter. Later, ask your child which of two objects starts with the letter´s sound. Finally, have your child find the objects.

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