Every Child Ready to Read: Literacy Tips for Parents

by The Lee Pesky Learning Center

All parents want their children to read well and to succeed–and experts agree that improving literacy begins at birth. Reading aloud to your child, sharing simple games and wordplay, and developing letter knowledge start your child off on the right foot for school and life. Now the esteemed Lee Pesky Learning Center has created this easy, accessible reference for parents to help foster better literacy skills in children. Topics are individually tailored for three age ranges–infant, toddler, and preschool–and include

• the best read-aloud books to develop sound awareness
• the perfect picture books for encouraging letter knowledge
• ways to promote verbal language and build vocabulary
• the benefits of symbolic play
• fun (and educational) games for car trips
• helping youngsters “write” at home
• great gift ideas for kids
• warning signs of a learning disability

The fundamentals of reading start at home. Every Child Ready to Read helps parents motivate their children to learn, and to become confident readers who will always enjoy reading.

Genres: Nonfiction

96 pages, Paperback

First published August 3, 2004

Reviews

[Debbie Phillips · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read this book for work. I have been looking for literacy tips to share with parents during story times. This book was on our shelves and has a lot of good information in it for ages 0-4 and preparing your children for reading. I really enjoyed it and will be using a lot of the tips in here during my story times.

[Elaine · Rating 3 out of 5]

As others have stated, this would be great for a first time parent but not necessarily for a children's librarian doing some research. Some of the information is outdated due to the publication date and changing times, however, some is still just as relevant. The age appropriate recommended reading lists are helpful!

[Linda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lots of reading readiness ideas; subtitle says ages 0-4 but ideas can be varied for older children, too. Recommend for new parents.

[E · Rating 5 out of 5]

Clear and accessible, with plenty of tips, ideas, and suggestions for books, music, and websites.

[Lori · Rating 5 out of 5]

Finally, a book that is straightforward, interesting, and useful. I'm going to buy this book. It used to be a pamphlet so its a great mix of general info, specific advice, and resources. It will be an easy reference as a librarian and as a parent.

[Jessica · Rating 4 out of 5]

Straight forward explanations of importance of ET with suggestions for books and activities broken down by age ranges Infant 0-18months, Toddler 18-36 months and PreSchool ages 3-4.

[Holly E Bacon · Rating 3 out of 5]

a very nice little book with useful suggestions.

[Matt Blair · Rating 4 out of 5]

A concise and thought-provoking resource for parents of young children, featuring plenty of book recommendations and additional resources. Well worth a read.

[Kelly · Rating 4 out of 5]

Probably a good book for parents, not really for a childrens' librarian looking for more info.