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[quote=Anonymous]As a reading specialist, I suggest that you first read to your children to give them a love for reading. Age appropriate discussion leads to comprehension.  Pre-reading skills should be accomplished before formal instruction begins. It is especially important to teach the left to right reading pattern and to build a balanced base of phonics and whole language. This does not happen as often as it should. The most organized and effective program I know is the pre-reading part of Project Light computer based learning program. You can find them online. They are based in Norfolk, Va.

I really don’t think reading should ever be pushed. It will happen when appropriate material is available, student is developmentally ready and encouraged. Pushing usually does more harm than good. I really like being able to wait till age 8, before formal reading is required especially for boys. Obviously you can’t always do this, especially in public school.

One program I use often and really like is Writing to Read, which works well when there is a balance of phonics and whole language and grammar/language being taught. I am praying for you to be sensitive to your child’s readiness and to find the right material. Meanwhile keep on reading.

PS sometimes I just read to myself out loud when I had a child who didn’t want to stop and listen. It is ok to read while they play. I sometimes had them to act out the story. This can be fun for everyone. Blessings to you and your family.[/quote]

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