Apr 12 • General discussion
Wise Owl Reading Checklist to get started!
📚 Parent Reading Inventory
Helping Your Child Start Their Reading Journey 🦉
Child’s Name: _________________________Date: _________________________
👉 Check each skill your child can do independently and consistently
🔤 1. Sound Awareness (Phonological Awareness)
☐ Recognizes rhyming words (cat/hat)
☐ Claps syllables (ba-na-na)
☐ Identifies first sound (sun → /s/)
☐ Blends sounds (c-a-t → cat)
Score: ____ / 4
🔡 2. Letter & Sound Knowledge
☐ Names most letters (a–z)
☐ Knows letter sounds
☐ Recognizes upper/lowercase
Score: ____ / 3
📖 3. Decoding (Sounding Out Words)
☐ Reads simple words (cat, dog)
☐ Sounds out new words
☐ Reads short sentences
Score: ____ / 3
⚡ 4. Fluency (Smooth Reading)
☐ Reads without stopping often
☐ Reads with expression
☐ Reads at a steady pace
Score: ____ / 3
🧠 5. Comprehension (Understanding)
☐ Retells a story
☐ Answers simple questions
☐ Makes predictions
Score: ____ / 3
📊 Total Score: ____ / 16
🎯 Understanding Your Child’s Results
🟢 13–16 (Strong Skills)
- Your child is progressing well
- Keep reading daily and building comprehension
🟡 8–12 (Developing Skills)
- Focus on weaker areas
- Continue daily practice (10–15 minutes)
🔴 0–7 (Needs Support)
- Start with sound awareness and letter sounds
- Build a strong foundation before moving forward
🦉 Next Steps for Parents
If your child needs support in:
🔤 Sound Awareness👉 Play rhyming games, clap syllables, practice sounds orally
🔡 Letter Sounds👉 Practice 3–5 letters daily (name + sound)
📖 Decoding👉 Practice sounding out simple words (CVC words like cat, sit)
⚡ Fluency👉 Re-read familiar books to build confidence
🧠 Comprehension👉 Ask: “What happened?” “What do you think will happen next?”
💡 Simple Daily Plan
✔️ 10–15 minutes per day✔️ Focus on ONE skill at a time✔️ Keep it positive and encouraging
Remember:👉 Progress takes time👉 Confidence grows with success
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