Written By: Meredith Daniels, M.Eds. Curriculum and Instruction Specialist-Humanities
From January 27-31, UCP celebrated Literacy Week with a focus on building the foundational skills essential for reading success. The week was filled with engaging activities and interactive lessons designed to build foundational skills—cornerstones of reading.
Throughout the week, classrooms buzzed with creativity as teachers implemented evidence-based literacy practices. Students participated in hands-on activities, read leveled texts, and engaged in collaborative group discussions, all designed to reinforce their understanding of the building blocks of reading. The emphasis on “building foundations” was evident in every activity, encouraging students to develop the skills necessary to become confident, independent readers.
UCP also believes in the important role of parents in supporting literacy at home. Here are a few steps that can be taken at home to help your child build a strong reading foundation:
Daily Reading Routine: Set aside a specific time each day for reading together. Whether it’s a story before bedtime or a quiet morning session, consistency is key.
Interactive Reading: Engage with your child during reading by asking questions about the story and predicting what will happen next. This promotes comprehension and critical thinking.
Phonics Practice: Encourage your child to play with letter sounds and word formation through fun games and apps that focus on phonemic awareness.
Visit the Library: Make regular trips to the local library to explore new books. This not only improves reading skills but also fosters a love for reading.
Model Reading Behavior: Let your child see you reading, whether it’s a book, newspaper, or magazine. Your example reinforces the value of reading.
UCP’s Literacy Week was a reminder of the importance of a strong literacy foundation. By combining innovative classroom strategies with at-home practice, we know that our students will become lifelong readers.
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