093 - The #1 Thing You Must Do Before Teaching Your Child to Read with Teacher Tasha Mendoza
Description
In this episode, Dr. Victoria Ang Nolasco and teacher Tasha Mendoza tackle one of the most common parenting questions: How do I start teaching my child to read?
Discover:
- why readiness is the key to stress-free reading
- how to build a strong foundation with the Rule of Three
- what to avoid when introducing your child to reading
You'll get actionable tips, practical strategies, and research-backed advice to help your child develop a love for reading. Plus, hear why rushing into formal phonics lessons before a child is ready can do more harm than good and how to create a joyful, literacy-rich environment at home.
For more insights, grab a copy of Learning by Heart: Teach Your Child to Read Stress-Free.
Resources Mentioned:
- Learning by Heart: Teach Your Child to Read Stress-Free
- Previous episodes of the Discerning Parenting Podcast
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