The process of conveying knowledge of the foundational symbols representing sounds within a language is a crucial early literacy skill. For example, children learn to recognize and differentiate between the letters ‘A’, ‘B’, and ‘C’, associating each with its corresponding sound, thus building a rudimentary understanding of phonics.
Mastery of letter recognition and sound association significantly impacts reading readiness and future academic success. Historically, various methods, from rote memorization to multisensory approaches, have been employed to facilitate this learning. Effective instruction in this area provides a basis for decoding words, fostering comprehension, and ultimately promoting lifelong literacy.
