Parents’ Experiences in Implementing Home Reading Activities
Carmelita Tayab | Carmelita Ayang-ang
Discipline: Education
Abstract:
This qualitative study delved into the experiences
of parents in executing home reading activities, aiming to inform
the development of a structured home reading program.
Employing a phenomenological interpretative research design,
the study engaged thirteen parents of children enrolled at
Anonang Elementary School through purposive sampling. Data
analysis revealed two prominent themes: (1) Parents’ Support on
Children’s Reading and (2) Issues and Challenges in helping
their Children toward Reading. The findings underscored the
critical role of parental involvement, particularly amidst the
disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, in enhancing
students' reading proficiency. Despite employing various
strategies tailored to the pandemic circumstances, parents
encountered challenges, including limited knowledge on reading,
pupil-motivation issues, and time constraints. These insights
contribute to the development of effective home reading
interventions that address both supportive and challenging
aspects of parental involvement in children’s reading
development.
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