{"id":40715,"date":"2022-03-30T00:45:03","date_gmt":"2022-03-29T16:45:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/?p=40715"},"modified":"2022-04-18T10:27:52","modified_gmt":"2022-04-18T02:27:52","slug":"how-to-teach-kids-to-read-at-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/how-to-teach-kids-to-read-at-home\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Teach Kids To Read At Home: Tips, Tricks, And Tools"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reading is an essential part of our daily lives. It develops our minds, inspires our imaginations and creativity, and expands our vocabulary for more effective communication. This is why it\u2019s important to expose your child to the world of reading as early as you can. So, we\u2019ve put together the guide below to help you <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">teach your kids how to read<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When Should You Teach Kids How To Read?<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_40717\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-40717\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-40717 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/children-reading-feature-image.jpg\" alt=\"books, apple, pencils, and blocks\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/children-reading-feature-image.jpg 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/children-reading-feature-image-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/children-reading-feature-image-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/children-reading-feature-image-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/children-reading-feature-image-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/children-reading-feature-image-265x198.jpg 265w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-40717\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@element5digital?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Element5 Digital<\/a> via <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s no particular \u2018right\u2019 age, and it\u2019s highly dependent on your child because each child progresses at a different rate. The general consensus though is that the window between ages two to four is a good time to start <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">teaching your child how to read<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Bear in mind that there shouldn\u2019t be any specific expectations for your child to immediately know how to read within this period. After all, they\u2019re still developing and growing in more ways than one.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When using the methods we are about to share, think of it as preparing your child for reading lessons later on. The goal is to give them somewhat of a head start, and hopefully, to get them interested in reading. Even if all they can do at first is recognise letters, that\u2019s still progress! <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Methods On How To Teach Kids To Read<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_40718\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-40718\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-40718 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/children-reading-edit.jpg\" alt=\"girl reading in classroom how to teach kids to read\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/children-reading-edit.jpg 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/children-reading-edit-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/children-reading-edit-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/children-reading-edit-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/children-reading-edit-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/children-reading-edit-265x198.jpg 265w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-40718\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@jerry_318\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Jerry Wang<\/a> via <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phonics Reading Method<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Phonics is a classic method that\u2019s been used to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">teach kids how to read<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and it\u2019s one of the best methods out there. It first teaches children about the alphabets, which includes learning the names of the letters along with the sounds they make. Once they become familiar with the individual letters and their sounds, they then learn to blend those elements to form a proper word.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Essentially, the phonics approach helps children break down the word bit by bit instead of forcing them to recognise the word as a whole. Let\u2019s say your child is learning about the word <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cat<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. They can separate it by the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\/k\/ <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sound first, followed by <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\/a\/<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and lastly <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\/t\/. <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After they have successfully divided the letters by their sounds, they can then piece them together to sound out the word <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\/kat\/<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now, as you are teaching the sounds, it\u2019s important to tell your child that the names of the letters and their actual sounds are completely different. That is to say, the name of the letter cited on its own doesn\u2019t always reflect their corresponding sounds. In this case, the letter <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">C<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is pronounced as <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\/see\/<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, but its sounds consist of <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\/k\/<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\/s\/. <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This will make lessons less confusing because the distinction between the two is now clear to your child.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Exposing your child to as much vocabulary and written print as possible is a great way<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to teach them how to read<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Though, it\u2019s also important to make this learning experience a fun one. As the phonics method requires a lot of repetition, children can easily get bored and distracted during lessons. However, by integrating visually stimulating learning materials, your child will be a lot more interested in staying engaged. Here are some tools that will make learning letters and sounds via the phonics method easier.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Recommended: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Mideer-My-First-Cognitive-Card-i.177744760.7331976081\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mideer My First Cognitive Card<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_52198\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-52198\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-52198\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/flashcards-min.png\" alt=\"Alphabet flashcards Malaysia\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/flashcards-min.png 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/flashcards-min-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/flashcards-min-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/flashcards-min-696x522.png 696w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/flashcards-min-80x60.png 80w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/flashcards-min-265x198.png 265w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-52198\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/mideer.os\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mideer Official Shop<\/a> on Shopee<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These alphabet flashcards are a fun way <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to teach your kid how to read<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> letters individually and help them familiarise themselves with the corresponding sounds. The double-sided flashcards feature a pair of cut-out holes that you or your kid can peek through. Hold up the lettered side of the flashcard, and have your child state the name of the letter followed by the sound. Later on, use the reverse side to teach them how to enunciate whole words. These flashcards are tear-resistant, so you won\u2019t have to worry about durability issues.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Recommended: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Scholastic-Early-Learners-Phonics-Skills-Workbook-(Kindergarten)-(ISBN-9789814864695)-i.171885922.7626063597\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scholastic Early Learners: Phonics Skills Workbook (Kindergarten)<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_40721\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-40721\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-40721 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/phonics-book-edit.jpg\" alt=\"phonics book for children Malaysia\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/phonics-book-edit.jpg 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/phonics-book-edit-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/phonics-book-edit-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/phonics-book-edit-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/phonics-book-edit-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/phonics-book-edit-265x198.jpg 265w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-40721\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/scholastic.os\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Scholastic Official Store Malaysia<\/a> on Shopee<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is a great tool for teaching young children how to read. In this workbook, your child will be learning about common English sounds together with their spelling patterns. They\u2019ll also learn how to properly use long and short vowels, as well as comprehend the effects of the silent \u2018e\u2019 and bossy \u2018r\u2019. It\u2019s filled with colourful pages and eye-catching illustrations to make reading exciting for your little one. There are even two pages worth of stickers, which you can use as a reward system to motivate your child. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Recommended: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/Usborne-Phonics-Readers-Box-Set-Collection-(20-Books)-i.919873.2200565258\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Usborne Phonics Readers Box Set Collection<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_52199\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-52199\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-52199\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/usborne-min.png\" alt=\"Usborne phonics readers books Malaysia\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/usborne-min.png 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/usborne-min-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/usborne-min-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/usborne-min-696x522.png 696w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/usborne-min-80x60.png 80w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/usborne-min-265x198.png 265w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-52199\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/babystore.os\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Baby store<\/a> on Shopee<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For older children who are starting to enjoy reading, this phonics box set is for them. It includes 20 titles, each with an <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">amusing story and simple rhyming texts <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to teach your kids how to read<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Each book is also illustrated with delightful drawings <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and fold-out flaps <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">that will keep your child entertained even as they learn their short and long vowels. This set was created in consultation with reading experts, so the books contain bonus notes for parents and teachers.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Context Support Reading Method<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While this method is not so widely discussed, that doesn\u2019t make it ineffective as a system to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">teach your kids how to read<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It firstly captures the reader\u2019s attention by combining the correlation between words and images. Since kids\u2019 attention spans are short (around three to five minutes), providing them pictures to look at with the text keeps them concentrating. For some cases, it can also help them piece together what unfamiliar words mean.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Context support reading is best introduced when your child has already mastered phonics reading. It\u2019s a great tool to instil a healthy reading habit to maintain your child\u2019s reading momentum. Here are two good book series to get your child reading with the support of images.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Recommended: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/-100-original-Ladybird-Read-It-Yourself-Collection-(50-books)-i.2038383.6969396160\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ladybird Read It Yourself Collection<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_40724\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-40724\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-40724 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/ladybird-reading-collection-edit-2.jpg\" alt=\"ladybird reading collection how to teach kids to read\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/ladybird-reading-collection-edit-2.jpg 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/ladybird-reading-collection-edit-2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/ladybird-reading-collection-edit-2-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/ladybird-reading-collection-edit-2-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/ladybird-reading-collection-edit-2-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/ladybird-reading-collection-edit-2-265x198.jpg 265w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-40724\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/littlebookwormmy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Little Bookworm<\/a> on Shopee<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This collection contains 50 books in total with four reading levels to assess your child\u2019s reading progress. They\u2019re filled with illustrative cartoon images of classic, beloved fairytale stories, and more. Your child will have a fully immersive storytelling experience, as they navigate the journey of reading and expand their vocabulary in the process. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Recommended: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/-100-original-READY-STOCK-Ladybird-Key-Words-with-Peter-and-Jane-(36-books-with-slipcase)-i.2038383.478617197\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keywords With Peter And Jane<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_40725\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-40725\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-40725 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/peter-and-jane-edit.jpg\" alt=\"peter and jane keywords book\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/peter-and-jane-edit.jpg 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/peter-and-jane-edit-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/peter-and-jane-edit-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/peter-and-jane-edit-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/peter-and-jane-edit-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/peter-and-jane-edit-265x198.jpg 265w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-40725\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/littlebookwormmy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Little Bookworm<\/a> on Shopee<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keywords With Peter And Jane<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a must-have reading essential in every kid\u2019s bookshelf. They introduce each keyword bit by bit, repeating them consistently throughout the text, so your child will be able to recognise the words later on when they see the same keywords. With this collection, your child will be honing their knowledge of new keywords each day and gradually progressing in their reading levels. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other Tips On Teaching Kids To Read Effectively<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_40727\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-40727\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-40727 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/kid-reading-pre-conclusion-image.jpg\" alt=\"child reading\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/kid-reading-pre-conclusion-image.jpg 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/kid-reading-pre-conclusion-image-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/kid-reading-pre-conclusion-image-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/kid-reading-pre-conclusion-image-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/kid-reading-pre-conclusion-image-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/kid-reading-pre-conclusion-image-265x198.jpg 265w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-40727\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/@mentatdgt-330508\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">mentatdgt<\/a> via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pexels<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are using the phonics method to teach your child to read, keep lessons to around 10 to 15 minutes or limit the lesson to your child learning one letter a day (if they\u2019re really restless). It\u2019s best to keep the lessons short and fun to keep your child engaged throughout, but maintain a daily consistency.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember to explain the meaning of the words too. This will not only maintain their interest but also ensure that your child understands what the words they are learning represent. It\u2019s also good to switch up the books every now and then to expose your child to new vocabulary.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Read together with your child on a daily basis and have discussions based on the book. This strengthens their pronunciation and comprehension skills while encouraging participation. You\u2019re showing them what a fluent reader sounds like, so they will know how to sound out the words properly. Be sure to read to them at the same time every day to create a proper routine.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each child has their own specific likes and dislikes. Some may be into thrilling adventures while others may like classic fairy tales. Take note of these interests and supplement them with books. If they read for enjoyment and are able to relate to the content, eventually they\u2019ll start taking the initiative to read on their own. For suggestions, check out our other article on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/story-books-for-kids-imagination\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">must-have story books for kids of all ages<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be Patient When You Teach Your Kids How To Read<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_52197\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-52197\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-52197\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/pexels-rodnae-productions-10566480.jpg\" alt=\"How to teach kids to read\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/pexels-rodnae-productions-10566480.jpg 800w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/pexels-rodnae-productions-10566480-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/pexels-rodnae-productions-10566480-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/pexels-rodnae-productions-10566480-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/pexels-rodnae-productions-10566480-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/pexels-rodnae-productions-10566480-265x198.jpg 265w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-52197\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/@rodnae-prod\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">RODNAE Productions<\/a> via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pexels<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We understand the concern you may have if your child seems to be struggling with reading. However, it\u2019s important to remember that learning takes time and each child learns at their own pace. Of course, there\u2019s nothing wrong with pushing your child, as it builds resilience. But don\u2019t let comparison be the root factor.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For more fun educational ideas, check out these <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.com.my\/blog\/effective-learning-games-for-kids\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">eight effective learning games<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. 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