At MCP, reading readiness is woven into our program in many ways. What is reading readiness? A lot of things...recognizing letters, making sure books, magazines and other reading materials are available for your child. To learn more---
A wide variety information for parents from Scholastic Books---
Home Ideas---
Here are few things we do at MCP---
*children will learn to recognize their name
*alphabet recognition and beginning letter sounds (we introduce the sounds)
*literary units with crafts, projects and activities
*retell stories
*act out stories
*books are placed in places other than the library (blocks, dramatic play, etc.)
*children will dictate reports and stories
*centers activities encourage reading
*our room has words and labels everywhere with picture clues
*my favorite books
*plus a whole lot more! Take some ideas and use at home with your child!
