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Building Early Literacy Skills Through Play: Expert Tips from Reading Specialist Maria Golden
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Think your toddler needs flashcards and worksheets to learn reading? Think again! 📚
In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with Maria Golden, educator, reading specialist, and mom of three—who reveals the shocking truth: by the time kids reach first grade, many already believe they're "bad at reading." 😢
What You'll Discover:
- Why teaching the alphabet first might actually be holding your child back
- The ONE foundational skill that 90% of kids are missing (hint: it's not letter recognition!)
- How a simple grocery store trip can become a powerful literacy lesson
- The "storytelling game" that builds comprehension skills without a single worksheet
- Why vocabulary matters more than you think—starting from the womb!
- Practical, play-based strategies that fit into your already chaotic day
Perfect for:
✅ Parents of toddlers and preschoolers
✅ Moms who feel overwhelmed by "educational activities"
✅ Anyone worried their child will struggle with reading
✅ Parents looking for screen-free learning ideas
Key Takeaways:
🎯 Rhyming comes before letter recognition
🎯 Vocabulary building starts at age 1 (or earlier!)
🎯 Sound awareness doesn't need visual letters
🎯 Learning happens naturally through conversation
🎯 You don't need to be a teacher—just be intentional
Resources Mentioned:
Growing in Literacy: http://www.growinginliteracy.com
Connect with Maria Golden:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/growinginliteracy/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/growinginliteracy
Next Episode: Stay tuned for Part 2 where Maria shares specific activities and games you can start TODAY!
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