Ohio Assessments for Educators (OAE) Early Childhood Practice Exam

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What strategy effectively supports children's understanding that English print is read from left to right?

Pointing to the capital letter at the beginning of sentences
Reading aloud a predictable storybook
Having children dictate stories
Pointing to each word while reading Big Books

The correct answer is: Pointing to each word while reading Big Books

Pointing to each word while reading Big Books provides a clear, visual representation of the directionality of print in English. This strategy helps children make the connection that reading occurs from left to right by physically guiding their eyes along the text. When educators engage in this practice, children can observe where the reading begins and how the text progresses, reinforcing their understanding of print conventions. Big Books are particularly effective for this purpose, as their larger text makes it easy for all children to see each word being pointed to. This visual and tactile engagement enables children to follow along, creating a stronger grasp of how sentences are structured and how words are read sequentially. Moreover, this approach fosters group participation and discussion, enhancing the learning experience by allowing children to engage with stories collectively in an interactive manner.