When it comes to teaching preschoolers their ABCs, sticking with the basics might just be more effective. Despite the rise of digital tools and educational games, learning to read still begins with ...

When reading to children, simply reference the fact that the words coming out of your mouth are connected to those on the page. The earlier children become familiar with the printed word, the better ...

A new MSU study shows that simple, hands-on activities, such as writing letters and pointing out words in daily life, are the most effective way to build early reading skills. Both children with and ...

Importance of preschool play: Reporter Betsy Hammond's article on kindergarten readiness is excellent and reinforces the need for high-quality preschool for more children. As a reading specialist, I ...

Preschool and daycare programs do more than prepare children to recognize letters and numbers before kindergarten, they help ...

Young children who spend more time learning about the relationship between letters and sounds are better at counting, calculating, and recognizing numbers, a new study has found. Researchers from ...