Utilization of Picture Talks Strategy and Reading Comprehension Skills in the Home Language of Learners in the Early Grades

This study determined and described the relationship between the utilization of picture talks strategy and reading comprehension skills in the home language of learners in Magsaysay South District, Division of Davao del Sur. This study used the non-experimental quantitative research design utilizing descriptive-correlational method. The respondents of this study were composed of 66 teachers in Magsaysay South District, Division of Davao del Sur using the Tabachnick & Fidell Formula. The data analysis utilized the mean, pearson r, and eta squared. The findings disclosed that the utilization of picture talks strategy in terms of lesson drill and review of the lesson were always evident. Moreover, reading comprehension skills in the home language of learners were always manifested. It was found out that there was a significant relationship between utilization of picture talks strategy and reading comprehension skills in the home language of learners. Lastly, the results revealed a significant effect of the Picture Talks strategy on the reading comprehension skills of learners in their home language. Based on the findings, Parents and guardians should actively support their children in enhancing reading comprehension skills through visual engagement at home. They can encourage their children to describe, analyze, and discuss images in books, newspapers, and online resources to reinforce comprehension skills.