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		snvzz 4 months ago \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: I taught my 3-year-old to read like a 9-year-old pre-school started at 4 for me (it's 3 these days), and by the end of the first year, every kid could read and write. Some public school systems are better than others. Many countries outright suck.

FridayoLeary 4 months ago [–]

My theory is that pushing a child to read earlier doesn't necessarily lead to a better educational outcome then giving them time and teaching them when they are a bit older. I'm not suggesting that one way is more valid because i have no idea. I'm honestly curious if there's more information on this.

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