Encourage a Child's Reading by Beginning With Pictures

Pictures allow children an idea of what is happening in a story. Words can sometimes feel scary but for a child who is an emerging reader, the pictures are the story. Pictures allow the child to begin following and analyzing a story. Using pictures, children can practice language to orally story tell their idea of the story based on the images in it. When children are beginning to read try not to look at it as a wrong or right way. It is all part of the process. The goal is for children to be excited about reading. Positivity and patience from caregivers and teachers can allow children more willingness to engage. 

Ideas to Take Home Today:

BC Curriculum for Kindergarten:

Big Ideas: Stories and texts can be shared through pictures and words.

Choosing a Book:

Start with a book on a topic that interests the child. 

Book Walk:

Gives children the opportunity to analyze the story through pictures.

More about the book walk here: 

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p22hlxCoaEk