When a child is finding early reading tough, the easiest thing to do is wait. We tell ourselves, “Let’s just monitor and see how things go.” We assume that since they are happy, creative, and smart in every other way, the reading will “click” later on.
But this is what happens while we wait: our preschoolers are noticing that they cannot do what their classmates are doing. They see their peers writing letters, blending words, and reading, while they feel completely stuck. By the time they transition to Kindergarten 2 or Primary 1, a small gap can snowball into them feeling that they simply are not good at reading. Their confidence takes ahi t.
Instead of waiting, consider specialized literacy support where a teacher can guide your child to build their foundation step-by-step. We walk side-by-side with you to bring back the joy of learning.
DAS offers free online preschool screenings for K1 and K2 children. These screenings help determine whether:
• Your child is meeting expected literacy milestones
• There may be early learning gaps
• Your child could benefit from the DAS Preschool Programme
Register for Preschool Screening now!
Click here to find out more about the Preschool Programme.
Download the Preschool Checklist to understand your child’s development.
Weng Yiyao
DAS Preschool Programme Manager and Lead Educational Therapist
About The Author
Weng Yiyao is the Lead Educational Therapist and Preschool Programme Managaer at the Dyslexia Association of Singapore (DAS). With over a decade of experience, she specialises in supporting preschoolers with dyslexia through targeted literacy interventions. Passionate about empowering young learners, Yiyao is also a fellow of the Register of Educational Therapists Asia (RETA) and holds a Master of Arts in Special Educational Needs.





