Preschoolers are natural storytellers long before they can write words. Discover simple, playful ways to encourage your child to create their own stories through drawing, pretend play, sentence starters, and hands-on activities that build early literacy skills.

Phonological awareness—your child’s ability to notice and play with sounds in language—is a key early reading skill. The good news? You don’t need special worksheets. Everyday moments like singing, story time, and simple sound games can help your child hear, break apart, and play with words. From clapping syllables to echo reading, these playful activities make learning fun and naturally strengthen early literacy skills.