Reading does not need to be taught, it is an experience that leads to self teaching. I read to my son nearly every night from about 1 year old onwards. Starting out with the typical baby books. By the time he was 4, I was reading 2-3 three years beyond his age for content, not so much about learning. By 5th grade he was reading at a 12th grade level when tested. Today he researches anything he wants to know about. Reading allows the ultimate freedom of creating self and opportunities. It's not taught, it's experienced. The rest comes because of enticing experiences!
Reading does not need to be taught, it is an experience that leads to self teaching. I read to my son nearly every night from about 1 year old onwards. Starting out with the typical baby books. By the time he was 4, I was reading 2-3 three years beyond his age for content, not so much about learning. By 5th grade he was reading at a 12th grade level when tested. Today he researches anything he wants to know about. Reading allows the ultimate freedom of creating self and opportunities. It's not taught, it's experienced. The rest comes because of enticing experiences!