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Why You Should Wait to Teach Reading—and What to Do Instead with Andrew Pudewa
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Feeling pressure to start reading, writing, and academics early? In this powerful episode, Anna sits down with acclaimed educator and IEW founder Andrew Pudewa to unpack one of the biggest myths in education: that sooner is always better. They discuss why pushing academics too early can actually backfire—and what you can do instead to nurture your child’s love for learning.
If you’re overwhelmed by early learning pressure or unsure where to start with your child’s education, this episode offers both peace and a plan. Andrew shares timeless advice on readiness, poetry, audiobooks, screen time, and why listening and speaking should come before reading and writing.
Key Takeaways:
- Why pushing reading too early can damage long-term learning
- What “neurological readiness” really means in early education
- How poetry, audiobooks, and rich language build vocabulary and thinking
- The dangers of comparing children based on grade level or age
- Why “readiness” beats “rigidity” when it comes to teaching foundational skills
- Practical ways to teach math, reading, and spelling verbally—before using a workbook
- The powerful role of memory, rhythm, and verbal storytelling in early literacy
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