Literacy
Literacy
"It is crucial for children to develop a life-long love of reading. Reading consists of two dimensions: language comprehension and word reading. Language comprehension (necessary for both reading and writing) starts from birth. It only develops when adults talk with children about the world around them and the books (stories and non-fiction) they read with them, and enjoy rhymes, poems and songs together. Skilled word reading, taught later, involves both the speedy working out of the pronunciation of unfamiliar printed words (decoding) and the speedy recognition of familiar printed words. Writing involves transcription (spelling and handwriting) and composition (articulating ideas and structuring them in speech, before writing)."
Statutory framework for the early years foundation stage Setting the standards for learning, development and care for children from birth to five.
What is literacy at an early age?
Early literacy means helping children develop a rich vocabulary, self-expression, and reading comprehension—tools they need to become successful readers and lifelong learners. These skills allow a young child to enter kindergarten with a love of books and a readiness to learn.
Early literacy approaches aim to improve young children's skills, knowledge or understanding related to reading or writing. Common approaches include: storytelling and group reading; activities that aim to develop letter knowledge, knowledge of sounds and early phonics; and introductions to different kinds of writing.