I think that finding ways to support early literacy and mathematical skills in your child will have outstanding results in the future education of your child. Research shows that children know a lot about language even before they can fully read or write. When children are surrounded by an environment of social adults that participate in language skills it encourages children to mimic their actions by making sounds, copying what adults say, etc. A child can tell before he or she can read or write which object is an apple or orange simply by the use of symbolism and interaction in daily life. Books and guidance by caregivers help to further this early language ability. Some more ways you can stimulate this early development in children is to:
- Engage in book reading and have a wide selection of books for children to explore
- Education outings to museums, parks, libraries or even enrolling your child into an academic program that supports early education
- Enforcing and alliterating sounds of objects and there syllabus
- Teaching them throughout the day the names and sounds of objects
- Show good examples in our own daily activities by engaging in reading and writing.
Developing mathematical reasoning in early childhood development is also beneficial. Most of all it helps children to be comfortable with mathematical concepts early and enjoy them. Therefore, future education can be more of a pleasurable experience for the child as he/she is more comfortable with the subject. Some ways you can help to foster these ideas are:
- Encouraging numbers and quantities early by counting fun objects
- Using comparison strategies with toys or treats to establish quantities and counting to make it more entertaining for young children
- Allowing children to be a part of shopping and counting money and developing the idea of cost and value
I hope these ideas will aid you in your decisions of incorporating early education into your child’s development. It only has positive results, especially when it is made into a fun and exciting game or idea for children to explore.
Nice summary...It is amazing how many ways parents can engage with their children with regards to supporting early literacy and mathematical development. A parent's influence and dedication to learning can really benefit their child's intelligence.
ReplyDeleteGreat advice. I agree that a major goal is to make learning a fun and pleasurable experience. Fostering a love of learning is a gift that will enrich a child's life forever.
ReplyDeleteWow that is a well thought out response. There are so many educational opportunities in our everyday lives that the ideas are endless.
ReplyDeleteWhat thorough advice! Parents should heed your recommendations and they are sure to raise little readers and writers.
ReplyDeleteThat is a lot of great information. It is nice to see all the different ways of helping with early development.
ReplyDeleteWow that is a very exhaustive list. I think your point on encouraging math skills "Allowing children to be a part of shopping and counting money and developing the idea of cost and value" is particularly interesting because involving kids in shopping could give you a chance to learn about math and reading too if you ask them what stuff says on boxes and such.
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