https://learningenglish.voanews.com/z/7467 Early Literacy is designed to help English instructors teach very early learners. The series provides teachers with tools to give basic instructions, tips, and learning strategies. https://learningenglish.voanews.com/Content/responsive/VOA/en-US-LEARN/img/logo.png https://learningenglish.voanews.com/z/7467 en 2026 - VOA 60 Thu, 09 Apr 2026 21:29:15 +0000 Pangea CMS – VOA Today, we will discuss strategies for comprehension and how to assess. https://learningenglish.voanews.com/a/early-literacy-comprehension/7155524.html https://learningenglish.voanews.com/a/early-literacy-comprehension/7155524.html Tue, 29 Aug 2023 22:01:23 +0000 Early LiteracyLessons of the Day The words we use to speak, write, and read are called our vocabulary. We need a strong vocabulary to share ideas. https://learningenglish.voanews.com/a/early-literacy-vocabulary/7155516.html https://learningenglish.voanews.com/a/early-literacy-vocabulary/7155516.html Tue, 22 Aug 2023 22:01:16 +0000 Early LiteracyLessons of the Day Fluency grows over time, and fluency develops from a lot of practice. To read fluently, readers must be able to divide the text into meaningful “chunks.” These chunks, or pieces, include phrases and clauses within a sentence. https://learningenglish.voanews.com/a/early-literacy-fluency/7155518.html https://learningenglish.voanews.com/a/early-literacy-fluency/7155518.html Tue, 15 Aug 2023 22:01:30 +0000 Early LiteracyLessons of the Day Phonics teaches students the relationship between the letters of written language and the sounds of spoken language. The goal of phonics is to help students learn how to use the alphabet to read and write words. 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