The International Reading Association and the National Association for the Education

question 3

Multiple Choice

The International Reading Association and the National Association for the Education of Young Children, in a joint position paper, points out to teachers and families that:

• A) knowing the sounds associated with printed letters is the most important activity.
• B) writing first names, or even isolated letters, is the most important activity.
• C) reading aloud to children is the most important activity.
• D) teaching specific ideas and concepts is the most important activity.

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