Why One-on-One Reading Matters for Early Literacy

One-on-one reading is a powerful way to build early literacy skills, and at Manor Montessori, it’s a cornerstone of our daily practice. Personalized reading helps children develop vocabulary, comprehension, and a love for books, while also fostering focus, confidence, and curiosity.

1. Build Language and Literacy Skills

Individual reading exposes children to rich vocabulary, phonics, and sentence structures, giving them the foundation to read and understand more complex texts later.

2. Encourage Concentration and Confidence

Reading one-on-one allows children to progress at their own pace, strengthening attention span, patience, and self-assurance in a supportive environment.

3. Foster a Love of Reading

Interactive storytelling and discussions during daily reading time make books engaging and fun, helping children develop a lifelong love of reading.

4. Strengthen Teacher-Child Relationships

Focused reading time creates a strong bond between teacher and child, encouraging curiosity, participation, and a positive learning mindset.

Key Takeaway: One-on-one reading is more than a routine—it’s a Montessori-proven way to build literacy, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning.