What Are the Key Milestones in Literacy Development?
There are several key milestones in literacy development that pediatricians and parents should be aware of:
Birth to 1 year: Responding to sounds, recognizing voices, and showing interest in books. 1 to 2 years: Turning pages, pointing to pictures, and recognizing familiar words. 2 to 3 years: Naming objects in books, following simple stories, and beginning to understand rhymes. 3 to 4 years: Predicting story outcomes, recognizing letters, and starting to write. 4 to 5 years: Understanding complex stories, identifying most letters, and writing their name.
