Read at Home Handbook: Helping Your Child to Read is a practical guide for parents who want to support their child’s early reading development at home. Based on the Oxford Reading Tree approach, the handbook explains the different stages children go through as they learn to read, from listening to stories and getting ready to read to building confidence and reading independently. It also includes simple activities, games, advice on phonics and suggestions for making reading enjoyable at home.
Perfect for readers, who:
• Are beginning their journey towards learning to read • Enjoy learning through stories, games and simple activities • Need support in developing early reading skills • Benefit from reading practice with parents at home
Why You'll Love It:
✅ Gives parents practical guidance for supporting early reading ✅ Explains the different stages of reading development ✅ Includes simple games and activities to reinforce reading skills ✅ Covers important early skills, including phonics ✅ Helps make reading practice at home more enjoyable and confidence-building
Also consider the below aspects before you select:
❌ This is primarily a parent-support handbook rather than a storybook for children ❌ It is most useful when parents actively use the activities and guidance with their child
Verdict:
A practical and easy-to-use handbook for parents supporting a young child’s early reading journey. It provides guidance, activities and useful ideas to help children develop reading skills and confidence in an enjoyable way.
