Literacy Resources Building Vocabulary Here are ten simple things you can do to help your child become a better reader by improving his or vocabulary and background knowledge. Reading Strategies to Use at Home Use these techniques when reading at home with your child to help improve comprehension and reinforce good reading habits. Practicing Letters and Letter Sounds Watch this video to learn a few fun games you can play to help your child identify letters and their sounds. Developing Readers Watch this video to learn three tips to help your child choose the right book and develop good reading habits.