Foundational Skills
What is phonological awareness?
Recognizing and manipulating sounds in spoken words
What is active listening?
Paying attention and responding appropriately to a speaker
What is a literary text?
A story, poem, or book written for enjoyment or learning
What is a writing prompt?
A question or idea that helps children start writing
What is a noun?
A person, place, or thing
Name one activity to teach word recognition.
E.g. Matching words to pictures
Give an example of a speaking activity.
E.g. Show and tell
Name a type of text preschoolers can read.
Picture books
Name a type of writing preschoolers can do.
Drawing with labels or simple sentences
What’s one way to teach new vocabulary?
Using visuals and repetition
How does fluency help reading?
It improves comprehension and reading speed
How can children present ideas in class?
Through storytelling or drawing explanations
How do you integrate ideas from a story?
By asking questions and connecting the story to real-life experiences
How do you support early writing?
By providing models and encouraging invented spelling
How do you use grammar in context?
Through conversations and storytelling activities
What is the difference between phonics and phonological awareness?
Phonics involves letter-sound relationships; phonological awareness is about sounds only
What’s one strategy to improve listening skills in preschoolers?
Using songs or stories with repeated phrases
What’s one way to support reading comprehension?
Asking open-ended questions after reading
What materials help preschoolers develop writing skills?
Crayons, markers, paper, and alphabet charts
What is the role of word study in language development?
It helps children understand patterns and meanings of words
Name three foundational skills that support early reading.
Phonological awareness, print concepts, phonics
How do speaking and listening support social development?
They help children express emotions, build relationships, and understand others
How can you use illustrations to support reading?
By helping children predict, infer, and understand the story
How does storytelling support writing development?
It helps children organize thoughts and express them in written form
Name two strategies to support vocabulary development.
Reading aloud and using thematic word walls