Local libraries help parents to learn early literacy skills through storytime. Children's librarians say storytime is one of the best ways to cultivate a young child's interest in books and encourage lifelong reading.
A program designed to improve young children’s reading skills is showing results in San Mateo County through a focus on preschools and summer learning.
Parents can be crucial when it comes to children learning to read and write – especially if they get some guidance along the way, according to recent research by the nonprofit Child Trends.