Factors Affecting

How Children Learn

To Read.
 Children's ability to learn to read is influenced
by a variety of factors, including individual
differences, environmental factors, and
instructional methods. Here are some key
factors that can impact how children learn to
read:
1. Phonological awareness:
2. Vocabulary development:
3. Reading instruction:
4. Home literacy environment:
5. Motivation and engagement:
1. Phonological awareness:

This refers to the ability to recognize and manipulate the

sounds in spoken language. Children with strong
phonological awareness are better equipped to
understand the relationship between letters and sounds,
which is essential for reading.
2. Vocabulary development:

A rich vocabulary allows children to comprehend

and make sense of the words they encounter in
written text. Children with larger vocabularies tend
to have an easier time decoding new words and
understanding the meaning of what they read.
3. Reading instruction:
The method and quality of reading instruction play a
significant role. Teachers and educators who use
evidence-based practices, provide explicit
instruction in phonics, and create a supportive
reading environment can positively impact a child's
reading development.
4. Home literacy environment:
Children who grow up in homes with a print-rich
environment, where books are readily available and
parents read to them regularly, tend to have a head
start in developing reading skills.
5. Motivation and engagement:
Children who are motivated to read and find
reading enjoyable are more likely to put effort
into learning to read. Interest in the subject
matter can also play a role in fostering a
positive attitude towards reading .
 Children's reading development is a dynamic
process, and various factors interact to shape
their abilities. Providing a supportive and
stimulating environment is key to fostering
strong reading skills in children.
 Done By -: Piyumi
Nimasha Adithya
Amandi Iresha Sonali