Prepping Parents | Literacy Support for Families3 Kesä 2025

S1, Ep 5: What is Multisensory Structured Language and how can I help my child?

If you’re new here, welcome! We suggest you start with Episode 1 to upskill and build your phonics knowledge.

In this episode of Prepping Parents, hosts Danielle and Jess delve into essential concepts of early reading, focusing on CVC words, Multisensory Structured Language (MSL), and phonemic awareness. They discuss the importance of understanding how children learn to read, the role of orthographic mapping in literacy, and practical strategies for parents to support their children's reading development at home. The conversation emphasizes the complexity of reading fluency and reassures parents that they are not alone in navigating these challenges.

Takeaways

Early reading concepts are crucial for literacy development.
CVC words are foundational in teaching reading.
Multisensory Structured Language (MSL) is an effective teaching approach.
Phonemic awareness is essential for reading success.
Parents can support reading at home with specific strategies.
Orthographic mapping is the process of how children connect sounds and letters.
Reading fluency develops through practice and understanding.
It's important to build strong foundational skills before advancing.
Parents should not feel overwhelmed by educational jargon.
Seeking help from educators is key when children struggle with reading.

Needing more information to feel prepped? New episodes coming every Wednesday! You've got this!A little reminder: This podcast is for informational and general discussion purposes only. We are not trained speech or literacy pathologists, and this isn’t educational advice for your child. We’re just parents sharing what’s worked for us. Always consult your child’s teacher or specialist for tailored guidance and advice.

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