Smart Talk: New interactive learning tool shows the power of conversation
What’s the best way to support the language and early literacy development of very young children? There’s a well-established and growing base of evidence…
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At-home activities: Another day, another way to play
As the days at home start to pile up, here are some ideas for fun at-home activities that highlight how young children learn and grow through play.
Make the most of their early years
Your child’s first five years will have a big impact on their future. Learn how you can help them develop and grow.
School officials share why early literacy starts well before the first day of kindergarten
By the time children are 3 and 4 years old their vocabulary, attention and general knowledge are predictors of third- and fourth-grade reading comprehension.
Baby, let’s talk! Serve and return
Having back-and-forth conversations with your baby, even before they can use words, helps them learn and develop language. It’s easy and fun to do.
Top 5 tips for reading with your toddler
VIDEO: This episode of Parents Playbook features tips for sharing books with your toddler, which helps them develop the language skills and vocabulary…
For language development, quality talk beats quantity of words
A recent study shows that the number of back-and-forth conversations you have with your young child is more important for brain development and language skills…
Live theater animates books for preschoolers
Studies found that when kids act out what they are reading, it helps the story come alive and allows kids to map the words to their experiences and better…
Children’s books open a world of words and ideas
Librarian Wendy Resnik shares how bonding with books helps spark your child’s curiosity and introduces them to new words.