Challenges and Opportunities in Early Literacy Instruction Under the K To 3 Matatag Curriculum

Author(s)	Jancel T Nacario
Country	Philippines
Abstract	Early literacy development is a fundamental component of children’s cognitive, linguistic, and academic growth, making it a critical focus of early childhood education. In response to persistent literacy challenges among Filipino learners, the Department of Education introduced the K to 3 MATATAG Curriculum to strengthen foundational learning through developmentally appropriate and child-centered instruction. However, despite its intended reforms, the successful implementation of the curriculum remains dependent on teachers’ instructional practices, resource availability, and the realities of classroom instruction.
Keywords	Early Literacy Development, K to 3 MATATAG Curriculum, Child-Centered Instruction, Developmental Readiness, Literacy Instruction, Early Childhood Education
Field	Sociology > Education
Published In	Volume 8, Issue 3, May-June 2026
Published On	2026-05-22
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2026.v08i03.78983

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