Literacy by simple definition includes the ability to read, write and spell. 

There are six key components for evidence-based reading instruction, including:

• sound (phonemic) awareness

• phonics (letter-sound correspondence)

• reading fluency

• vocabulary

• oral language

• language comprehension

Surround your child with books: a strategy in itself

As a new parent I was excited to personally put into practice strategies that I had been discussing with families for years regarding ways to foster language development in littlies. One of these was the importance of reading books with your child every day.

Here are five of the things that I found to be helpful and effective in achieving this: