Customer Reviews

Quick, Easy, and Exciting Review by Melissa the busy hairstylist

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My daughter is so excited! The first time she saw me reading this book she asked, "So, Mama, that book is going to teach me how to READ?" It's been really helpful in giving great tips and preventing frustration. Give it a shot, and you, too, can teach your child to read!

(Posted on 3/5/10)

A "must-read" for any preschool parent! Review by WorkofChildhood

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This is a great book! As a former preschool teacher and now as a homeschool mother, it's a great resource for me! There are parts I would skim through because it was reiterating things I already do and have done . . . but for someone who doesn't know where to start, it's got it all! The book is filled with tons of great tips and a LOT of great activities to do with your child! My son asked to do many of the activities over and over again! The book really follows my philosophies when it comes to early learning . . . children learn best by playing and interacting, not by being drilled with flash cards or workbooks!

You can find my full review on my blog at http://www.workofchildhood.com/2010/02/anytime-reading-readiness-review.html

(Posted on 2/2/10)

Must Have for Preschool Educators and Parents Review by MyFourMonkeys

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This handbook is full of tips and activities to help you prepare your child for reading as early as three years old. This 77-page book features ways to know whether your child is ready to read, ways to create a literacy-rich home, tips for starting the journey, 17 fun activities to do with your child, book lists, and even a rhyming "word families" list.

I really liked the ample space in the back of the book to take notes, and really appreciated the "Reading Readiness Road" guide. The "Reading Readiness Road" guide helps you chart the signs your child is showing as to whether they are ready to start reading or not. It's divided by age and skill and is super easy to follow. The book lists in the back of the book are divided into sections like "Delightful Read-alouds" and "Books Perfect for Word Play." Each of the 17 activities outlined in the book are easy to do anytime and anywhere. They take just a few minutes and would be prefect to keep your child occupied during a doctor's office wait or in the cart at the grocery store and at the same time prepare them to read.

I am now teaching my third child to read, and I learned some great new techniques from this book. I was also reminded of the importance of a good read-aloud book as well as ways to make a literacy-rich home. In other words, have fun when reading aloud to your kids, and make sure that the children have books that are easily accessible and a comfortable space to cuddle up and read.

There are so many ways to encourage your child to read. No more stressful reading sessions during school time! Anytime Reading Readiness teaches you exactly how preparing your child to read can be great fun for you and them.

(Posted on 2/1/10)