Early Literacy Activities

There are many skills that young children need to have to be ready to learn to read and write. Here are some simple activities you and your child can do together to promote those skills.

Young children are like sponges. Every day they learn skills that will help them become readers. Infants, toddlers, and preschoolers become aware of books and print and learn about sounds and letters. Preschool educators play a critical role in promoting literacy, preventing reading difficulties, and preparing young children for kindergarten. The following research-based information was collected especially for preschool teachers, Head Start teachers, teacher aides, and other staff, as well as for parents. The information reflects what we know about instructional and parenting practices that build a foundation for literacy in the formative years between infancy and five years of age. See also: Pre-K: Getting Ready to Read and Write

Early childhood education can play an essential role in preparing young English language learners (ELLs) for later success in school. Children who have an opportunity to develop basic foundational skills in language and literacy in preschool enter kindergarten ready to learn to read and write (Ballantyne, Sanderman, & McLaughlin, 2008).

Our preschool books share resources for teachers as well as activities and games to expand your child's horizons. Find ideas to help them learn and grow!

If you're looking for fun literacy activities for your preschooler, here are 11 great free choice literacy activities for preschool.

Before kids read, they need to learn pre-reading skills including rhyming, breaking words into parts and naming the first sounds in words. Building this strong foundation takes practice – lots and lots of practice. So why not make all of that work fun?! Check out some of our favorite pre-reading activities!

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ABCmouse's preschool curriculum focuses on establishing a foundation of knowledge for young children that they can build upon with confidence and success.