The Science of Reading is a body of research that explains how children learn to read and what instructional practices are most effective in developing strong literacy skills. It emphasizes the importance of teaching the foundational components of reading—phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension—in a structured, explicit, and systematic way. For young learners, following the Science of Reading is critical because early literacy skills form the foundation for all future learning. By providing evidence-based instruction, educators can help children become confident, skilled readers, reduce reading difficulties, and set them on a path to academic success.

Whenever you read, sing, and talk with your baby or toddler, you help them learn new skills! And it can happen anytime, anywhere. Whether it’s at home, in the car, or while running errands — chances to learn are all around! The Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement and Potential has a learning hub with practices you can use to help children learn from birth through 10 years old. It also connects you to community support. Access local resources by visiting ReadWithMi.org.

Source: EarlyOn Michigan