Raring2go! RARING2READ Raring2go! RARING2READ 26 raring2go.co.uk 27 Raring2go! READING 2 raring2go.co.uk Many parents become aware of their child’s dyslexia only when they start school, so we thought we’d offer some ideas to support young readers who are less confident. Learning to read is hard work and can be quite daunting, often also tinged with the fear that once you can read, the bedtime stories will stop. Here are some simple ways to ensure that reading stays fun and feels achievable. Dyslexia makes it even harder, so do ask for support, and look up information on The British Dyslexia Association website. Don’t feel that offering your child extra help is cheating or stalling their learning in any way. Allow your child to choose a book they want to read and let them start reading – genuinely allowing a child to choose (even if it is not what you would have chosen for them) is a significant factor in their investment in learning. Read together, and read at your child’s pace, not your own. When they make a mistake give your child time to have another try, but then say the word yourself and allow them to carry on - this keeps the flow going. Supporting Dyslexic or less confident readers Take breaks and only read in short, achievable blocks. Also take time to look at and discuss the pictures in the book – visual literacy is important too. Remember, learning to read is not a race against other classmates, so ignore the boasting parents in the playground! Try to think of your role at home as to ensure that they keep enjoying books and stories. For an older child, make use of audio books too; if there is a class book and your child struggles to read it, download the audio version. They will keep up with the class, be able to join in discussions about the plot and characters, and knowing the story of the book will remove the anxiety associated with the challenges of reading. Look out for Super Readable books, such as those by Barrington Stoke. These are printed a little differently, with good quality paper, proper spacing and paragraph breaks too. And they only work with the very best writers working today, so you will also get a great story. All the photos on these pages are of super-readable Barrington Stoke books for readers of all ages. There are more tips on supporting dyslexic readers on our website, so check out our blog on this! By Tamsin Rosewell, Kenilworth Books Try the multi-award winning online reading program for kids aged 2–13. Plus, receive a FREE Rewards Book! Reading Eggs is the perfect way to teach your child to read and prepare them for school. Designed by experienced educators, the program is based on scientific research to improve reading and phonics skills in just 15 minutes a day. In fact, 91% of parents see an improvement within a few short weeks. Perfect for school preparation, whether your child is starting Reception or returning after the summer break, and cleverly designed to grow with your child. • Used in over 193 countries • Over 20 million users • Used in over 12,000 schools • 1.1 million lessons every week BONUS Rewards Book! Valid for new customers only. FREE 30-DAY TRIAL readingeggs.co.uk/bts6 Scan QR code for 30-Day FREE trial *This 30-day free trial offer allows you to add up to 4 children. You will be charged at the end of the trial period unless you cancel before this time. You can cancel any time by selecting the ‘Cancel Subscription’ option located on the ‘Manage My Subscription’ page in your family dashboard. Offer is valid for new UK customers only. Offer limited to one free Rewards Book per family while stocks last.
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