What is a common characteristic of an emergent reader?

An emergent reader is typically in the early stages of literacy development, and one common characteristic of this stage is the ability to retell stories and print their names. At this level, children have begun to understand that written text conveys meaning, and they can engage with stories through retelling, reflecting their comprehension of the narrative structure. Additionally, printing their own names is a significant milestone, as it demonstrates their ability to recognize and reproduce letters and understand that these symbols represent themselves.

This stage is foundational and involves exploring the connection between spoken and written language, making retelling and name writing key indicators of progress in emergent literacy.