In this episode, teacher and literacy expert Amanda Shaw highlights the critical role of the home environment and parent-child interactions in literacy development and offers valuable advice on how to best support our children as they learn to read and write. She also discusses the importance of setting aside digital distractions, engaging in meaningful conversations, and understanding the fundamental aspects of language and communication for successful literacy development.

ABOUT OUR GUEST

Amanda Shaw is a Grade 3 teacher at Cardston Elementary School and a current Master's student specializing in special education and learning about reading, writing, and oral language disabilities. Amanda has created the "Raise a Reader" campaign for Westwind, sharing a series of videos designed to help parents support their children in learning to read. You can view the series below.

RAISE A READER VIDEO SERIES FOR PARENTS