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DD is 3.8, and fairly bright. She can write her name, count, can read individual letters, sound out and read/guess some short words.
If we were in the UK she would start reception in September, when I presume she would start to learn to read.
She's at school (start earlier here) but it's sort of a pre-school. She goes into Kingergarten at 5 then year 1 at 6. They don't start learning to read or write until then (year 1).
I would be happy with this approach if we were sure to be staying here until she were at least 7, but we just don't know. I know of people who have put their kids back into the UK education system not knowing how to read and write, and it has had horrific results on their self-esteem and feelings towards school.
So, should we be teaching her to read at home? If so, how? I am a teacher, but secondary, so no idea really about phonics etc. Any ideas for resources? If not, what to do with her if we go back into British system?
Thank you.
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TheMagicMumber · 09/02/2013 14:30
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