Reading isn't just about letters and sounds. The body needs to be ready first. Answer 8 questions to understand what your child's movement and behaviour might be telling you.
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Question 1 of 8
When your child reads or looks at a book, do their eyes skip around or lose their place on the line?
You might notice them using a finger to track, re-reading the same line, or skipping lines entirely.
Question 2 of 8
Does your child regularly mix up letters like b, d, p and q?
This is very common and does not mean your child has dyslexia. It often points to spatial awareness and body awareness foundations that haven't fully developed yet.
Question 3 of 8
Can your child sit at a table for 5 minutes without needing to get up, fidget excessively, or lean heavily on the furniture?
Fidgeting and needing to move is often the nervous system asking for input, not a behaviour problem.
Question 4 of 8
Does your child seem uncoordinated compared to other children their age — for example, difficulty catching a ball, bumping into things, or struggling with balance?
Coordination and balance are direct signs of how the vestibular system is developing, which is closely tied to reading readiness.
Question 5 of 8
Is holding a pencil or crayon uncomfortable, tiring, or frustrating for your child?
Pencil grip relies on fine motor development which builds on a foundation of gross motor and core strength. If the foundation isn't there, the grip will suffer.
Question 6 of 8
Does your child find it hard to follow a sequence of instructions, for example "put your shoes on, get your bag, then wait at the door"?
Sequencing is a foundational skill for reading. A child who struggles to sequence actions will often struggle to sequence sounds and letters too.
Question 7 of 8
Does your child avoid or dislike crawling, rolling, rough and tumble play, or activities that involve moving their whole body?
Children who skipped crawling or avoided early movement experiences often have gaps in their vestibular and proprioceptive foundations.
Question 8 of 8
Would you describe your child as easily overwhelmed, difficult to settle, or more emotionally reactive than other children their age?
Dysregulation is often a nervous system issue before it is a behaviour issue. When the vestibular and sensory foundations are shaky, everything feels harder to manage.
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Robyn Papworth · Developmental Educator · Exercise Physiologist · Mum of three