This is accomplished as we read to them every day and as we gently but steadily expose them to the concept that letters represent specific sounds. The more months or years we engage in these simple but vital activities, the easier it will be for our children to read when we begin actual reading instruction. The phonetic nature of our alphabet makes phonics the obvious choice of teaching methods. With plenty of practice and a little guidance, they become fluent readers. Even children with learning problems can learn to read.
Understanding is enhanced by oral reading and discussion in the early stages.
After reading fluency has been reached by your child, reading for meaning in school subject areas as well as for enjoyment in free time helps your child add to his comprehension skills. How To Teach Writing Becoming proficient in the four forms of writing prepares a student to communicate well in both formal and informal settings throughout his life. These skills give him new ways to share his life with others. A student must first learn to write complete, accurately punctuated sentences, then spend time writing brief paragraphs that describe people, places, things, and actions. Description is the first of four basic kinds of writing.