Strong literacy skills can help your child succeed both inside and outside of the classroom. While our reading specialists can play an important role in literacy improvement, you can also support reading and language skills through simple activities at home.
Here are some ways you can support literacy improvement at home:
- Read as part of your routine—Set aside time every day for reading, even if it’s only a few minutes. Let your child choose books that interest them. Make reading a positive experience instead of a chore.
- Read together—Take turns reading pages, read aloud to your child, or listen to your child read. Ask questions about the story and encourage them to predict what might happen next. Talking about what your child reads leads to literacy improvement, as well as strengthens comprehension and critical-thinking skills.
- Build vocabulary through conversation—Everyday conversations are opportunities to introduce new words. When your child encounters an unfamiliar word, explain what it means and use it in another sentence. A growing vocabulary can make it easier for your child to understand what they read.
- Encourage writing—Writing activities can reinforce literacy skills while giving your child another way to express themselves. Encourage your child to write stories, keep a journal, or write letters to loved ones.
- Provide support—If your child regularly struggles with reading, comprehension, spelling, or other literacy skills, additional support may help. Our personalized approach can identify areas of difficulty and give your child targeted instruction based on their needs.