A MULTISENSORY APPROACH TO TEACHING LETTER RECOGNI
Quantitative
Year: 2025
Authors: Franzine Laira V. Centeno, Ayessa A. Angchangco, S
Abstract
The process of reading begins with letter recognition, a fundamental skill that every young learner must acquire. This study examined the effectivenes... The process of reading begins with letter recognition, a fundamental skill that every young learner must acquire. This study examined the effectiveness of a multisensory approach in enhancing the letter recognition skills of daycare students at Brgy. Sta. Cruz Child Development Center in Antipolo City. Using the VAKT (Visual, Auditory, Kinesthetic, and Tactile) method, the researchers implemented a five-week intervention featuring interactive, play-based, and hands-on activities designed to make learning more engaging and meaningful. Sixty-three (63) children participated in the study, which included profiling, pre-testing, intervention sessions, and post-testing. An observation checklist was utilized to assess the learners’ responsiveness and engagement throughout
the intervention process.
Findings revealed a significant improvement between the pre-test and post-test results. After the intervention, students demonstrated notable progress, particularly the 11 participants who were initially classified as “Not Recognized” and later advanced to higher reading levels. The average score increased from 14.98 (77.20%) to 22.65 (90.60%), indicating a substantial enhancement in letter recognition ability. Additionally, learners became more focused, confident, and participative as the
sessions progressed.
The findings affirmed that the multisensory approach effectively supported young learners in developing their foundational reading skills. Consistent with Gillingham and Stillman’s (1956) theory, the integration of multiple senses enhanced engagement and retention. The study concludes that VAKT-based strategies offer a practical and enjoyable pathway for children embarking on their literacy journey.
Keywords: multisensory, reading, letter recognition, daycare students, teaching strategies Show More ▼