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Learning to Read
Home Languages | Learning to Read | NPT3
Season 2020
Episode 3
More than 20% of children in the US are bilingual, and studies show that their language skills benefit when their parents communicate in their home language. These short videos from Nashville Public Television's original children's series, LEARNING TO READ, show how creating a literacy-friendly environment in the home helps children become better readers and teaches them how to gather information.
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In echo reading, first read passage first aloud and then have you child echo or copy you.
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Labeling objects around the house can be a great exercise to build reading skills.
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Building literacy skills through cooking has numerous benefits.
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Repetition is a key element of learning to read.
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Rereading their favorite stories can be very beneficial to young readers.
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Children better absorb information with a multi-sensory approach.
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Journaling observations from nature is a creative way to practice writing skills .
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Using a story cube is a great way for children to practice storytelling skills.
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Looking for details and clues in pictures can help children expand their vocabulary.
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Learning sign language is a great way to expand children's communication skills.