I'm surprised how many are saying their kids didn't read until 1st. All kids is our K (catholic school) were reading by the end of the year.
Reading is so important as it is a big part of every subject.
I would suggest trying to make reading more apart of DC's day if you are not already doing this. Our routinue has always been a reading together time before bed. I think my kids learned a lot by following the words as they were read. As kids wanted to read more on their own they keep doing this with out Mom or Dad.
You might also try a library program to read with another child.
We started our kids reading the little hooked on phonics books. They would read each book many times until they get it all, then move to the next book. As they completed a pile of books they felt proud.
Hope this is helplful. best wishes.
Last edited by onthegomom; 08/05/11 10:48 AM.
