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How to build early reading skills at home — step by step
Most kids learn "Bee" for B, but what they really need is the /b/ sound. Begin with the most common sounds: S, A, T, P, I, N. These 6 letters let children blend over 30 simple words.
When learning /s/, hiss like a snake. When learning /m/, rub your tummy. Pairing sounds with movement creates muscle memory. This is why Cellie's songs work so well — children are moving while they learn.
Consistency beats duration. 10 minutes every day produces stronger readers than an hour on weekends. Point to each word as you read — this teaches children that text moves left-to-right and word by word.