Q&A - Reading

Reading is a natural ability that the human brain is born with.

• True

• False

The brain must rewire itself to learn how to read.

• True

• False

Children begin developing reading skills only once they start formal schooling.

• True

• False

The same areas of the brain are used for reading in all writing systems (e.g., English and Chinese).

• True

• False

Early exposure to spoken language and storytelling helps prepare the brain for reading.

• True

• False

Dyslexia is caused by laziness or lack of motivation.

• True

• False

Children with dyslexia can improve their reading skills with the right kind of support.

• True

• False

Reading on screens encourages the same depth of thinking as reading printed books.

• True

• False

Deep reading helps us develop empathy and critical thinking.

• True

• False

Neuroscience has shown that reading changes the physical structure of the brain.

• True

• False