There are three skill areas that form the foundation for reading. Kids who develop strong skills in these areas have greater success learning to read:
Why kids have trouble Why do so many children experience problems learning to read? Many simply do not have enough experiences with language, books, and print. They need more time at home and in their early childhood programs devoted to helping them develop the skills that lead to reading. A lack of developmentally appropriate skill-building at an early age can significantly limit the reading and writing level a child attains. A child’s intelligence (within a normal range, as measured by standardized tests) does not determine the ease with which he’ll learn to read and write. However, for about 5 to 7 percent of kids, a learning disability – a different way of processing information and learning – may account for their difficulty learning to read. These children will need additional specialized instruction and support.
