Reading vs Writing – Hanaz Writers Podcast - Season 2 - Episode 5

Welcome to the most recent Hanaz Writers Podcast episode! Join Charlotte, a London-based Year 2 teacher, as she explores the intriguing subject of reading versus writing.

This episode examines which ability may be simpler to learn and how they compliment one another. Charlotte discusses how children acquire reading skills by identifying symbols and connecting them to sounds, moving through phonics phases to develop fluency and confidence. A child's name is frequently the first thing they learn to write. Writing, on the other hand, is about turning those familiar symbols into words.

Listen as Charlotte discusses the connection between reading and writing, using relatable examples such as how kids use phonics logic to write words phonetically. She also discusses the difficulties and benefits of instructing these fundamental skills in elementary education.

Whether you are a parent, teacher, or just interested in language acquisition, this episode provides insightful advice and endearing tales.

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