You and your child may enjoy labeling things in your home. You have probably noticed almost everything in our room is labeled. You can apply this same technique in your home.
Use post-its or 3 x 5 cards. Choose a room and have your child help label items in the room. As you write the word, ask your child to try to identify the beginning sound. Some children will be able to identify the beginning sound and others will need help. Identify the letters as you write them. Place the card or post-it on the item with poster putty or removable paint tape.
After several weeks, remove the cards and see if your child can match the word to the item. You might be surprised how well they do! Remember these are emergent reading skills your child is developing so make up some games to make it fun. Go crazy and label the kitchen, the bathroom, the garage, the basement and the car!
