How to Teach a Child the Alphabet

Posted by Anonymous , 9/4/2007 Tags:TeachChildAlphabet

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Introduction Teaching your child the alphabet can be a long process, but it can be fun and

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Introduction

Teaching your child the alphabet can be a long process, but it can be fun and rewarding along the way. Between the ages of two and three years old, it's possible to start introducing the alphabet to your child. Be patient as children learn at a different pace. Don't be frustrated or worried if your child doesn't pick up the alphabet quickly, as it's not a precursor to successful reading skills down the line.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

Steps

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Step One

Sing the alphabet song. Use the common melody to help your child learn the alphabet. Repeat it many times a day and encourage your child to attempt to repeat it. Remember to have fun with it and not to pressure your child into learning the song. Make it a part of your everyday routine to sing the alphabet song to your child.
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Step Two

Purchase an alphabet book that can help your child identify the different letters in the alphabet. Find a colorful book that keeps your child's attention. Once a day, go through the book and point out each letter in the alphabet. After enough repetition, ask your child if they know any of the letters as you go through the book.
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Step Three

Visit Babybumblebee.com and purchase their alphabet phonics DVD (See below). It has lessons performed by kids for kids. The goal of the DVD is to teach your child the alphabet. You can contact Babybumblebee.com by telephone at (888) 984-5500.
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Step Four

Play alphabet related games with your child. For example, point to an object and ask your child to tell you the first letter of the name of the object. Or if you are in a car, tell your child a letter and have them search for the letter as you drive. Remember that repetition is a key to teaching your child the alphabet.

Tips & Warnings

  • Don't punish your child for not learning the alphabet fast enough. Children learn at their own speed.
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