Science of Reading: Priming the Brain for Reading

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Session Two: Priming the Brain for Reading

Phonological awareness is the most potent predictor of reading success. Learn what it is and some simple tasks to build this skill. Ever heard of a fricative or an affricate? (No, they are not bad words!) Reading and writing are grounded in speech, and these words describe how sounds are produced in the English language. The importance of proper articulation as it relates to reading and spelling will be shared, along with how to support the development of this skill in emerging readers, regardless of their age.

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This series of six classes will explore how the brain learns to read, the systemic problems that are the root cause of the literary crisis in our country, and what you can do at home to support instruction in school. This series is perfect for parents, caregivers, tutors and other community members interested in diving into the topic of how we learn to read.

Sessions will be led by Kelli Johnson, a former teacher and expert in reading education and community engagement.

Participants are encouraged but not required to attend all sessions and have the option to join either virtually via Zoom or in-person at the library. Click here to join via Zoom.

The Science of Reading community workshop series is presented with support from the Literacy Coalition of Onondaga County.

Event Type(s): Education, Lectures

Age Group(s): Adults, Seniors

Mary Beth Schwartzwalder

(315) 685-5135

marybeth@skanlibrary.org

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