![]() While the traditional theory that children learn to read in the primary grades and read to learn in later years is somewhat controversial, the bottom line remains the same: Children who can read fluently will be more successful in school. ![]() According to literacy educator, Laura Robb, teachers are irreplaceable, because unlike “computers and robots, when you possess deep knowledge about how children learn, you can process students’ actions, words, and written work and provide feedback that moves each child forward.” The impact a teacher can have on a child’s ability to read and therefore be more successful in school can’t be underestimated. According to the National Academies Press, “Teachers of reading are called on to prepare students to interpret complex ideas, critically analyze arguments, synthesize information from multiple sources, and use reading to build their knowledge.” And those who teach reading at any level must help children of every learning style and ability acquire the skills required to comprehend text in all subject areas. Many factors affect early learning, including a child’s experiences, family dynamics, and health and nutrition. Students come to the classroom with a variety of abilities and learning styles. Teaching children to read is a complex process, too. Good readers know sight words, use context clues to understand unfamiliar vocabulary and reach into their background knowledge to make connections from what they know to what they want to learn. ![]() Reading is a complex process, involving skills such as decoding, making predictions and asking questions. Teaching Reading and Comprehension Skills But when they enter school, it is not long before they can and must use reading skills and strategies to learn all about the world around them in every subject and content area. The Center for Public Education states, “Reading is the Open Sesame for acquiring knowledge: learn to read, and you can read to learn just about anything.” Children begin the process of learning to read long before entering school as they acquire vocabulary and background knowledge. ![]()
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