Structural scaffolding is dependent on supportive learning environments. Structural scaffolds are most successful in atmospheres appealing and motivating for children. These environments provide structural scaffolds through:

• Working in a normal and consistent routine with inspiring and engaging activities.
• Involving peers in an activity could serve to scaffold a child if the peers demonstrate and use advanced language and literacy.

Story-book reading utilizes the structural scaffolds by providing a familiar routine that engages children and encourages peer involvement.

• By reading one book multiple times throughout the week, children are able to establish familiarity with the text.
• Books are typically an interesting and exciting activity for children.
• Many children are already comfortable with the activity of storybook reading and for those who are not, structural scaffolding can be used through book reading to build a knowledge base for future learning.