What is Reading?

Reading is when you use your eyes and brain to learn new things from symbols on a page.

Words are like special pictures that stand for sounds we make when we talk. When you see the word "dog," it helps you know what kind of animal it is, just like seeing a real dog makes you say "dog."

Reading is like solving a puzzle, each piece has a clue that helps you figure out what the whole picture is. Letters are your smallest pieces, and when they join together to make words, it’s like putting parts of the puzzle into place.

When you read, you're not just seeing letters; you're creating stories in your head. It's like having a movie playing inside you, you can imagine the characters, hear their voices, and even feel what they’re feeling.

You don’t need to be a wizard or have superpowers, just your eyes and brain working together, like best friends who know all the secrets of the page.