Parent Tips

Create an environment rich in literature- Have a lot of books, magazines and newspapers about a variety of topics available.

Read together or independently- Make time to read together and then talk or write about what you read.

Read some things more than once- Reading books more than once lets you discover new facts and details. It will help with fluency and self-confidence in reading.

Make lists or write the steps for a process- Ask your child to help write shopping lists, favorite movies or shows and family members.

Write letters, notes, invitations or emails. Your child can write invitations to a party or thank you notes. Discuss how a letter to a friend is very different than a letter to a teacher.