Literacy - or the lack of it - often forms the main focus of any media coverage of education, and politicians of all persuasions are keen to pronounce on the merits or otherwise of various approaches. It has, quite understandably, become the measure of success, both of individuals and entire systems and approaches.
We all have our own distant memories of learning how to read and write - perhaps the sense of achievement and possibility that it brought, and the confidence it gave us in all areas of life and schooling.
As your child begins to grow and mature, it is perfectly normal for you to refer back to these experiences as templates for supporting them in acquiring these most important of skills. However, it is also important to be aware of what we know about how children learn to read and write.
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