Early literacy is what children know about reading and writing before they can actually read or write. Talk + Sing + Read = early literacy.
In tandem with the American Library Association, the libraries of Washington County and Washington County Cooperative Library Services (WCCLS) are offering information about helping your child get ready to learn to read. Ask your library's staff about the Every Child Ready to Read (or Cada Niño Listo para Leer) brochures. Each brochure talks about the six pre-reading skills that kids must know in order to learn to read. And each brochure comes with a reading list identifying books (available at the library!) that support particular skills for that age group.
- Early Talkers (birth to 2-year-olds)
- Talkers (2 & 3 year-olds)
- Pre-readers (4 & 5 year-olds)
How do babies, toddlers, and preschoolers get ready to become readers? By reading, talking, and singing with their parents! Have fun together!