Foundations of Literacy: Navigating Reading Development from Birth to Adolescence
This podcast explores the critical milestones in reading development, emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis and intervention for reading challenges. With insights into both intrinsic and extrinsic factors affecting literacy, the discussion delves into how language, cognition, and enriched environments contribute to a child’s reading success. Listeners will gain an understanding of the role families and professionals play in fostering effective reading acquisition and the importance of monitoring developmental milestones.
Based on:
Horowitz‐Kraus, T., Schmitz, R., Hutton, J. S., & Schumacher, J. (2017). How to create a successful reader? Milestones in reading development from birth to adolescence. Acta Paediatrica, 106(4), 534–544. https://doi.org/10.1111/apa.13738
Unlocking Language and Attention: The Power of Dialogic Reading
In this episode, we explore dialogic reading, an engaging method that enhances children’s language skills and attention development. Discover the research-backed benefits of interactive storytelling, learn how to implement it at home, and see how it fosters a lifelong love for reading in your child. Join us as we delve into the magic of making reading a dynamic experience!
Neural Connections: Understanding Parent-Child Synchrony in Cognitive Development
This podcast explores groundbreaking research revealing shared neural patterns between biological parent-child pairs while listening to stories. Findings indicate that synchronized brain activity influences children’s cognitive and emotional development, highlighting the impact of parental engagement and environment. Through neuroimaging and advanced analytical models, the study presents unique neural ‘fingerprints’ of parent-child dyads and suggests potential avenues for enhancing familial bonds and child growth through targeted interventions.
The Impact of Reading Medium on Parent-Child Brain Synchronization: Insights from a 2025 Study
This podcast discusses a 2025 study published in Acta Paediatrica that explored the differences in brain synchronization between parents and children while reading from printed books versus screens. The research revealed that reading printed materials fosters better cognitive skills and enhances interaction quality, highlighting the need for a literacy-rich home environment. As screen use increases in education, the findings advocate for strategies to improve engagement during screen reading to support children’s development.
