There are Lies & There are “Sweet Little Lies”
I’ve come to believe that there are LIES and there are "sweet little lies". I never told my kids flat out LIES, but I did tell a few "sweet little lies". I started thinking about this yesterday when a student shared with me that her mom told her that whenever the ice cream truck was playing music, it meant they were out of ice cream for the day.
I'm sorry, but that's pure GENIUS!
5 Things You Can Teach Your Child as You Read The Snowy Day
"The Snowy Day" by Ezra Jack Keats is a classic children's book that offers a wide variety of educational opportunities for preschoolers. Here are five topics that you can teach your child as you read this book by reading this book.
5 Incredible ways this silly story can help prepare your child for kindergarten
Bear Came Along by Richard T. Morris is entertaining, educational and hilarious all at the same time. The book features themes like perseverance and working together. which are sure to provoke interesting conversations.
Aspirational Sharing: “Stay at Home Activity Mom”
Stay at Home Activity Mom - Brittany, the owner of this company, has her eye on the preschool learner. She sells monthly themed activity boxes, sensory jars, STEAM kits, and a full year’s curriculum for you and your preschooler titled, Play at Home Preschool. I absolutely LOVE and EMBRACE her fun approach to learning.
Aspirational Sharing: Book Nerd Mommy
Book Nerd Mommy This site is FULL of incredible reading opportunities. I'm telling all my kindergarten teacher friends about her book lists. There's a list for just about any topic you can imagine! In addition, be sure to check out everything associated with the RECIPES menu. She has cool recipes that align with tons of great books. She also has book lists for just about every age and topic.
The Role of Rhyme in Learning to Read
In the ever-evolving landscape of early childhood education, one timeless element seems to be fading into the background: rhyme. Rhyming has long been a crucial component of early literacy development, aiding pre-readers in honing essential skills. However, as modern educational approaches shift, we find ourselves straying from traditional methods such as nursery rhymes. In this post, we explore the significance of rhyme for pre-readers and reflect on how you might integrate this melodic tool into your child’s journey to eventually become a reader.
I am SO doing this!
You're probably thinking, "What does this have to do with reading?". Stay with me. I saw this cool photo on Pinterest and went down a rabbit hole to find the original author. It's from the Simply Rooted Family blog and Renee the owner has provided really great step-by-step directions for making this happen. She even includes ideas for themed or holiday shoots.
Are We Asking the Right Questions?
Reading to your preschooler is a crucial and enriching activity that lays the foundation for important cognitive (thought) and linguistic development (speech). Reading aloud to your child not only introduces them to the fascinating world of stories, characters, and concepts but also enhances their language skills. Exposure to a variety of books helps expand their vocabulary, improves comprehension, and fosters a love for learning. Additionally, reading together creates a bonding experience, strengthening the emotional connection between you and your child. It provides a comforting routine, promoting a sense of security and positive associations with books and learning.