At its most fundamental, reading is the ability to decode meaning from symbols. Whether it's deciphering ancient hieroglyphics or understanding modern text, the brain needs to be trained to see recognizable forms. Street Sign Scavenger Hunt is an early literacy tool for toddlers and preschoolers to practice 'reading' using signs they see every day. Choose one of the quests on page 1 and flip through the book looking for numbers 0-9 or the letters in her name. Another day, choose a different quest. How many different animal signs are in the book? Before you know it, he'll be ready for kindergarten.