Early Learning · Pre-K – Grade 1
Alphabet and Letter Recognition
Recognizing, naming, matching, and beginning to write letters.
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First, your child should already…
Nothing — this is a starting point on the path to reading.
What your child is learning
Alphabet work helps children notice letter shapes, names, and sounds. It should stay concrete, oral, and playful before it becomes formal worksheet practice.
Signs your child is ready
- Notices print in the environment
- Matches same letters
- Enjoys songs and sound play
The common stumbling point
Treating letter names as the whole goal while sound knowledge and visual discrimination remain weak.
Practice this skill
Worksheets and decodable practice for Alphabet and Letter Recognition are in the library.
Practice this skill with All AccessHow to know it’s mastered
The child recognizes target letters in mixed order and connects them to their most common sounds.
What comes next
Once this is solid, move on to:
Letter Sounds →Once this is solid, move on to:
Handwriting and Tracing →