Top tips

* Follow your child's interests when choosing books. * Share stories with engaging illustrations with your child. * Let your child practise trying to write, for example, by labelling their drawings and writing cards and notices. * Have pens and paper readily available for your child to use. * Help your child to understand the purpose of writing by pointing out words, names and familiar signs in your area. * Talk about books with your child using appropriate vocabulary, for example, page, back,...