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The Path to Reading: Supporting Early Literacy

Nkemsinachi Agu

Description

Empowering Parents: Montessori Home Education & Teaching Kids to Read Join us for an insightful discussion on Montessori home education led by a certified Montessori educator and passionate parent.

In this episode, you’ll discover practical strategies for teaching your children how to read using a combination of Montessori methods and personal experiences. Our speaker shares her journey, including how she became a Montessori educator for zero to six-year-olds, inspired by her own children’s learning.

Learn the three crucial steps to help your child start reading:

  • Learning letter sounds
  • Practicing and recalling those sounds
  • Blending them to form words.

Along the way, you’ll also get valuable tips on maintaining your child’s confidence, using multimedia approaches, and making learning a part of daily routines. Perfect for parents looking to start or enhance their home education journey!

Timestamps

00:00 Introduction to Home Education

00:18 Personal Background and Montessori Journey

01:25 Starting the Conversation: Essential Questions

01:57 Teaching Children to Read: The Montessori Approach

03:10 Step 1: Learning Letter Sounds

11:58 Step 2: Recalling and Practicing Sounds

16:50 Step 3: Blending Sounds for Reading

20:30 Creating a Language-Rich Environment

25:15 Bilingual Learning Strategies

28:06 Effective Language Teaching Techniques

28:51 Bilingualism and Multilingualism in Early Childhood

29:35 The Importance of Reading in Multiple Languages

31:23 Choosing the Right Books for Children

32:18 Learning to Read vs. Reading to Learn

34:33 Encouraging Self-Education and Prepared Environments

39:00 Fostering a Love for Reading

39:30 Categories and Characteristics of Montessori-Aligned Books

46:27 Practical Tips for Selecting Age-Appropriate Books

52:59 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Featuring

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Nkemsinachi Agu is the CEO & founder of The Montessori Home Education Academy. She is a Certified Montessori Educator and runs the Montessori Home Education Program plus short courses for parents of 0-6 year old’s. She is married with two beautiful children and is passionate about fostering the love of learning one family at a time!

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Lucie Brixí Tamášová is first of all a mother of three (+two) children. She has made a significant impact through her NGO, Centrum Dialog, which provides education to underprivileged children in Kenya and Guinea. She is also the owner of Montessorihracky.cz, a shop specializing in Montessori materials and didactical toys. Lucie’s passion for empowering children extends beyond her NGO work; she is the founder of the Childhood Potential Conference and Montessori Parenting courses. As a fervent Montessori enthusiast, Lucie is committed to connecting people and ensuring the Montessori message reaches a global audience by bringing the best speakers to her events. Her work reflects a profound dedication to creating a brighter future for children across the globe.

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