Emergent
Ages: 1-6
Grades: Pre-K - K
The emergent stage is where kids explore and learn the fundamentals of reading and writing. They start connecting written words to spoken words. They also learn the functions of different kinds of writing, like a grocery list or a book.
Ways they spell in this stage:
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Random Marks
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Representational drawing
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Mock Linear or letter like writing
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Random letters and numbers
Suggestions for what parents can do to foster reading and writing development
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Interactive read aloud,
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Ask questions
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What do you think this book will be about?
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Have you ever done something like this character in the book?
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What is he doing?
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What where when why and how questions
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Point out repetitive words
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Use songs to develop rhyme and alliteration
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Letter of the day. Focus on one letter and point it out throughout the day.
Books for Kids in the Emergent Stage
Books best for shared reading
Alphabet Books
Rhyming Books
Apps for Emergent Readers and Writers
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Strategies to support English Language Learners (ELL)
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Prompt children to retell the story that you read aloud
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Have the kid reenact the stories
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Pick out repetitive words or related words (seed, root, and sapling)