Children’s books and other reading materials are an essential part of a young child’s early literacy experience and lay the foundation for a love of reading. But did you know that many other types and uses of print such as street signs, Dad’s shopping list, a thank-you note to Grandma, preschool attendance sheets, and names on the birthday board help contribute to a child’s ability to read? As young children experience different types of print, they learn what all the letters and words mean in different contexts and how they affect their lives.
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