Talk to your child frequently to help them learn new words. You can read a book to the child, point out words on signs and packages, or just talk about what you did together that day. Learn more about teaching kids new words, from literacy experts at the Crane Center for Early Childhood Research and Policy at The Ohio State University, in partnership with ReadOhio.

Pointing out letters of the alphabet in books, on objects in the kitchen, and even with french fries can help children take the first steps in learning how to read. Find out more tips on teaching kids the letters of the alphabet, from literacy experts at the Crane Center for Early Childhood Research and Policy at The Ohio State University, in partnership with ReadOhio.

Read Together Grow Together- Reading with your child is one of the best ways to build their literacy skills. Here is one simple tip you can use when you read together.

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The CELL Overview – Gives a concise view of the Center for Early Literacy Learning and the approach we’ve taken in creating useful tools for parents to use. For use with Parents and by Teachers.

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ALL Ohio (Advancing Literacy Learning in Ohio) is a compilation of high-quality professional learning resources for Ohio’s P20 education system. ALL Ohio serves as a tool to strengthen educators’ knowledge and skills in evidence-based language and literacy practices grounded in the science of reading.

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Reading aloud to children has been shown to improve reading, writing and communication skills, logical thinking and concentration, and general academic aptitude, as well as inspire a lifelong love of reading. Teachers use Storyline Online in their classrooms, and doctors and nurses play Storyline Online in children’s hospitals.

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In this special Reading Rockets video series, experts answer real questions from families about reading and how to support their children’s literacy at home.

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Learn the importance of and ways to develop literacy skills for children with special needs.

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Doing reading and writing activities with your child can help them develop both skills and interest in literacy.

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Discover useful and fun ways to enhance your child’s vocabulary and understanding of language.

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Help your child learn to connect the sounds they know with letters and words on a page.

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Learn about how children develop understanding of the rhyme, sound, and rhythm of language long before they can read.

Video Duration: 7:05

Discover the importance of reading with your children to develop their reading skills, their interest in language, and their relationship with you.

Video Duration: 7:15

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Watch 2 year old Mira participate in activities that prepare her to have a love of reading.
Duration: 4:10

Pharell shares how to travel the world by grabbing a book!

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This Ready Rosie Video focuses on developing vocabulary in the grocery store.
Duration: 1:33

Positive Early Reading Experiences Set Children On A Pathway to Become Confident Readers By the Time They Reach Third Grade.

1. Have Ongoing and Engaging Conversations with Your Child
2. Create Literacy-Friendly Environment.
3. Make Reading Enjoyable
4. Hold High Expectations for Your Child’s Learning
5. Communicate with Your Child’s Teacher
6. Use Home Languages
7. Visit the Library

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State Support Team Region 9 partnered with Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities (OCECD) to support Parent Mentors across the state in encouraging and equipping parents in their role of developing their child’s language/literacy skills.
Duration: 3:48

Watch and listen to 5 quick tips. This video models simple things we can do to develop language skills.
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State Support Team Region 9 partnered with Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities (OCECD) to support Parent Mentors across the state in encouraging and equipping parents in their role of developing their child’s language/literacy skills. 
Duration: 1:37

State Support Team Region 9 partnered with Ohio Coalition for the Education of Children with Disabilities (OCECD) to support Parent Mentors across the state in encouraging and equipping parents in their role of developing their child’s language/literacy skills. 
Duration: 4:10