Our son (now 6.7) learned to read (we think) around three. I say, (we think) because I sort of stumbled upon his ability one night when, on a lark, I decided to ask him to read out of a Dr. Seuss book. I'll never forget that night. It was when I realized we had a child out of the norm.
Prior to this, we did what was recommended...reading to him while running our finger under the lines. He watched Sesame Street. We bought him Baby Einstein videos.
We also bought him electronic games that were marked higher than his age. Not because we though he was gifted, but because when we went to the toy store, that is what he wanted. I actually felt guilty for buying my child a toy that was two years beyond his age!
One such item I vividly recall was
Vtech Alphabet Town. He had that in his crib when he was around 2 and absolutely
ADORED it.
Today he's reading above a fifth grade level.
