6 Most children learn to read by age 7. Learning to read is built on a foundation of language skills that children start learning at birth a process that is both complicated and amazing.
Most children develop certain skills as they move through the early stages of learning language.
As you look over the list, keep in mind that children vary a great deal in how they develop and learn. If you have questions or concerns about your child's progress, talk with your child's doctor, teacher, or a speech and language therapist. For children with any kind of disability or learning problem, the sooner they can get the special help they need, the easier it will be for them to learn.