TEACHING YOUNG CHILDREN HOW TO READ
Babies hear voices on their first day of life, and that will be their primary experience with language. They continuing learning through voice as toddlers. Do not speak to them using regular language, not baby talk, and sing them lullabies.
Move on to reading nursery rhymes that will keep their attention. Have them sit on your lap, and with a book opened in front of them, point to each word as you read from left to right, as in the videos. Rhymes like "One, Two, Buckle My Shoe" will also teach them numbers.
Reinforce their learning by having them watch Sesame Street, where numbers and letters are in the forefront. Fun fact: Did you know Sesame Street was created to appeal to Black and Brown children and to address the achievement gap? It was basically a virtual preschool with a stage set of brownstones similar to Harlem, and garbage cans to give it an urban environment. This was strategic in attracting the target audience.
Another great strategy is shared by Natalie Wexler in her article "Simple Steps Families Can Take To Help Kids With Reading." She advises using the "Captions On" method to help improve reading and vocabulary, allowing all to sight read while watching TV programs.
Don’t worry about sounding professional. Sound like you. There are over 1.5 billion websites out there, but your story is what’s going to separate this one from the rest. If you read the words back and don’t hear your own voice in your head, that’s a good sign you still have more work to do.
Be clear, be confident and don’t overthink it. The beauty of your story is that it’s going to continue to evolve and your site can evolve with it. Your goal should be to make it feel right for right now. Later will take care of itself. It always does.