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Insights and Tips from Spencer Doman and Other Early Education Experts

Read about insights, tips, and stories for parents on early childhood education from the Doman Method experts. Explore this incredible method for teaching reading, math, and world knowledge to young kids.

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Phonics vs Sight Words: Choosing the Best Method for Early Reading

Key Takeaways:

Phonics teaches children to decode new words by sounding out individual letters and sounds, while sight word instruction involves recognizing high-frequency words for quick recognition to improve reading fluency.

Phonics is boring, tedious, and impractical for teaching babies and toddlers to read. Furthermore, it does not work if a child is not yet verbal or has a speech delay. Another approach is required.

The Doman Method focuses on teaching all words as sight words with joy and enthusiasm. By using large, bold, and recognizable text, parents can effectively teach their babies and toddlers how to read. It does not require speech in order to learn how to read.

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Everything Parents Need to Know About the Doman Learning Reading Program

Discover how the Doman Learning Reading Program can transform your child's reading abilities before they even start school. Learn why the Doman Method, which focuses on sight words, outperforms traditional phonics, and how you can easily start this proven program at home. With over 60 years of success, the Doman Method helps young children recognize words using their brain's natural capabilities. Read on to uncover practical tips, avoid common mistakes, and download our free set of reading words to kickstart your child's journey to literacy today!

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