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As children develop comprehension of books read aloud or independently, they explore the uses and functions of written language. They begin to construct meaning, eventually applying critcal skills to make inferences and draw conclusions.
While infants and toddlers learn vocabulary by memory, older children use word structure and context to help understand the meaning of a word. They identify synonyms and antonyms. They use prefixes, suffixes and base words to build their own vocabulary.
Before they can read independently, children must learn the relationship of letters to their sounds and be able to distinguish individual sounds, or phonemes, within words. Phonics skills help children sounds out new words (If I can read "pot", then I can read "hot" and "spot").
As children learn to read, they must be able to "decode" the words they don't know- to translate strings of letters into words. Eventually they can recognize common words that can't be sounded out (the, said, she).
A child's early experiences with books greatly influence his ability to learn to read. Reading together helps a child learn how to turn pages one at a time and that text moves from left to right. Advanced readers learn how to use books for research.
Along with learning language and letters, phonological awareness - the ability to pick out and play with sounds in words (such as syllables and rhymes)- is essential for learning to read.
Rhyming songs and stories help children recognize the different sounds in words. Rhymes direct a child's attention to the similarities in words (hat sounds like cat), which helps them learn to read.
Knowing the letters of the alphabet is one of the first steps toward learning to read and write. Introducing letters to young children helps them learn to recognize the different shapes and names - an early indicator for reading achievement.
There are more consonants sounds than there are consonants in the alphabet. A consonant digraph is a pair of consonants that stand for a single sound (ch, sh, th, wh).
Spelling begins with regular short vowel sounds (cap) and long vowel sounds (with silent e, cap becomes cape). Finally, children learn the rules and patterns of vowel pairs (ee), digraphs (ai in train), dipthongs (oi in boil) and r-controlled vowels (farm, bird).
Introducing Tag - the amazing touch reading system for beginning readers.
Perfectly sized for little hands, the Tag Reader is a touch-and-talk reading device that brings stories to life like never before and offers insights into what your child is learning. As children touch the Tag Reader to the pages of specially printed storybooks, a small camera in the tip "reads" the pages, enabling children to hear words and stories read aloud. Characters, pictures and learning activities spring to life with every touch, immersing children in the thrill of reading.
Designed for children four to eight, the Tag Reading System works with a broad library of more than 20 books and games. Children can explore classic books such as Olivia and The Little Engine That Could, or join popular characters such as SpongeBob SquarePants and Ariel the Little Mermaid in new reading adventures. Leveled learning activities in every book adjust automatically to your child's pace, helping build confidence and a love of reading that lasts a lifetime.
Amazingly easy to use, the Tag Reader holds audio for up to five books at a time. simply connect the Tag Reader to your computer with the included USB cable, download the audio for your Tag books and drag-and-drop up to five of your children's favorite stories onto your Tag Reader.
While online, you can also see your children's progress in recent books, get detailed updates on the skills they are exploring and share in their accomplishments by creating a free LeapFrog® Learning Path. The Tag Reading System is one of three new LeapFrog Connected learning systems that connect to the LeapFrog Learning Path, empowering you to get regular insights into your child's learning.
Ozzie and Mack book included with purchase of Tag Reading System
Internet connection required. PC and Mac compatible.
Pentium® III 500 MHz processor
Monitor resolution of at least 1024 X 768
Available USB port
256 MB of RAM (512 MB recommended)
300 MB free disk space
Internet connection
Microsoft® Internet Explorer® version 6 or higher
CD reader
PPC G4 or any Intel®-based Apple® computer
Monitor resolution of at least 1024 X 768
Available USB port
256 MB of RAM (512 MB recommended)
300 MB free disk space
Internet connection
Safari™ application
CD reader
Appropriate for Ages 4 Years to 6 Years
Read and swim along with Ariel and Flounder as they explore a sunken boat loaded with treasures! Find out what happens when they're surprised by an unwelcome visitor and their adventure takes an unexpected turn! After the story, play leveled learning activities with Cinderella and Jasmine that help build vocabulary, reading comprehension and phonics skills. Plus, connect the Tag Reader online to the LeapFrog® Learning Path to see what your child is learning.
Tag books work with the Tag Reader (sold separately) to bring books to life like never before. As children touch the Tag Reader to the pages of this specially printed activity storybook, a small camera in the tip "reads" the pages, enabling children to hear words and stories read aloud. Characters, pictures and learning activities spring to life with every touch, immersing children in the thrill of reading.
Appropriate for Ages 4 Years to 7 Years
In this story, join Nancy's class on a trip to the art museum. Even after a bumpy bus ride, Nancy finds a way to make the day extra fancy! Throughout the story, play learning activities that help build vocabulary and reading comprehension skills. Plus, connect the Tag Reader online to the LeapFrog® Learning Path to see what your child is learning.
Tag books work with the Tag Reader (sold separately) to bring books to life like never before. As children touch the Tag Reader to the pages of this specially printed activity storybook, a small camera in the tip "reads" the pages, enabling children to hear words and stories read aloud. Characters, pictures and learning activities spring to life with every touch, immersing children in the thrill of reading.
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