Children need to see the written word when learning to read just as they need to hear the spoken word when learning to speak. In the same way that speech is linked to hearing, reading is linked to vision. However, since a baby' s eyes cannot focus on small print, very large print must be used. Most children aren't reading by the time they are speaking because they are not shown words in letters that are large enough for them to clearly see. With each card the child receives one bit of intelligent information, or fact, that goes with the picture.
Bits usually come in sets of ten cards.
For example, a set of bits can show ten different kinds of birds, flowers, airplanes or historical figures. Bits can be made for every conceivable subject and factual information can be printed on the back of the cards. Your Child's Interests Bits will also help you discover your child's particular interests and help him pursue these interests. As you observe your child's reaction to bits, note the subjects he particularly likes and provide him with more bits on that subject. If a child, for example, has a natural talent for medicine or for music, he will show very keen interest and will want to see more on those subjects.