Here are some key things teachers can do to develop reading readiness in English for young learners who are just starting to learn the language:
- Build oral language skills through songs, chants, rhymes, stories and conversations. This helps children become familiar with the sounds, rhythms and patterns of English.
- Develop vocabulary by labeling objects, pictures and the classroom environment in English. Play games to reinforce new words. 
- Foster an interest and motivation for reading through reading aloud engaging stories and sharing books. 
- Teach basic concepts like letters, sounds, words, sentences, pages and how print works. Introduce letter names and sounds.
- Develop fine motor skills through activities like tracing, cutting,