It may seem hard to believe but babies can begin learning to read shortly after birth. Just how soon can they begin learning? Let's determine how we can tell if they are ready to begin.
First of all, a baby's visual tracking has to be developed before we can teach them to read. Parents can measure their baby's ability to visual track by placing an object about 8-10 inches away from their baby's face. Move the object to the left and then the right as you closely observe your baby's eye movement. Is your baby able to follow the object from left to right? If so, your baby's visual pathway has developed enough to be able to focus on words.
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Visual tracking generally develops by the third month. Some babies are ready to begin learning to read earlier, some later. Once you have determined your baby's ability to visually track an object, you can begin.
Often time's parents wait much later to begin a reading program with their baby. Their reasons are typically because they didn't know they could begin any sooner or they just thought their baby was too young.
Parents should be encouraged to begin a baby reading program as early as they are able.
I began teaching my 10-month-old baby to read many years ago. I was very excited to begin, but I ran into many obstacles. I made some flash cards and held them up for my baby, but she would not look at them. I was not deterred. I knew we could make this work.
I then created books for my baby with a word and then a picture. This method seemed to capture her attention. She really loved the books. She enjoyed seeing the words and then the pictures. I set about to keep up with her demand for more and more books.
Sadly to say, she didn't read as a baby, although she did practically teach herself to read at 4 years old with just a little phonetic instruction.
When I began the process a second time, I started much younger. I began teaching my 3 month old to read. This time we were successful. I believe this has a lot to do with beginning earlier, however I know many parents who have successfully taught older babies to read, so it is possible. Patience, faith and having good materials are key to your success.
Christmas Sales Traveling Toddler Car Seat Travel Accessory 201
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Christmas Sales Traveling Toddler Car Seat Travel Accessory Feature
- Quickly and easily connect your toddler's car seat to your rolling carry-on suitcase.
- Creates a travel stroller perfect for the airport.
- Slips easily into the pocket of your carry-on when not in use.
- Works with any LATCH, and top tether, equipped car seat (not compatible with European equipped IsoFix seats)
- Your toddler flys in the comfort and safety of their own car seat
Christmas Sales Traveling Toddler Car Seat Travel Accessory Overview
ATTN: Britax owners. If our product is too short, please check to be sure your LATCH straps are in the forward facing position. Whether flying on an airplane or traveling by train or bus, it is safest and most comfortable for your child to be in a car seat. But traveling with a young child, their seat, and your carry-on can be tricky. Not anymore. The Traveling Toddler strap allows you to attach your LATCH and top tether equipped toddler's car seat to a rolling carry-on suitcase. Simply attach the LATCH and top tether straps from the car seat to the Traveling Toddler and adjust the straps so that the car seat is held securely on the suitcase. Once adjusted, the car seat can be detached and reattached to the suitcase in seconds. Lift the handle of your carry-on bag and you have a fun new stroller. Now there's an easy and inexpensive way to take your toddler's car seat and other gear on your trip. You do not have to buy a special seat or suitcase. As long as your suitcase handle locks in place, you can push it like a stroller. Your hands are free for check in and its simple to unhook for security. Keep your child safe and comfortable in their own seat. The Traveling Toddler has been tested with most major car seat brands including Graco, Eddie Bauer, Cosco, Evenflo, and Britax, and a variety of carry-on suitcases and has worked with every combination. It is important that the telescoping handle of your suitcase locks in place. If not, it might not stay extended when you try to push your child in front of you, though you would still be able to pull them. If flying, make sure that your car seat is FAA approved before traveling. The Traveling Toddler strap is made from heavyweight polypropylene webbing that will withstand 900 lbs of force. When not in use it easily slips in the pocket of your carry-on. As with any other wheeled child carrier, do not use the Traveling Toddler on stairs or escalators. Car seat and suitcase sold separately. Patent pending.SAVE NOW on Christmas Sales Offers below!
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