Sometimes we all need a reminder to be silly. Believe it or not, your sense of humor can be massively valuable as a parent. … And the now the top three reasons to be silly with your child! Number 3 When you have a hard day, what feels better than hearing a joke or making Read More
Books About Letters
The Bookstore Cat by Cylin Busby (Toddler, Preschool) The bookstore cat is an adorable, bossy, and cuddly cat, among his many other qualities. But most importantly, the bookstore cat is well-loved. Follow along in the bookstore cat’s daily routine in this book, based on the Victorian parlor game, The Minister’s Cat where players think of adjectives Read More
Activities to Learn About Letters
It’s kind of difficult to talk about letter knowledge without giving examples of activities to try with your child. Don’t worry, we still have tons of ideas to share about how to play with letters! Key Shapes Children first begin to recognize letters by their shapes, so spend time with shape basics. When your child Read More
Celebrating Stories of Diversity
February is Black History Month. At Best Beginnings we recognize how important representation is in children’s literature, and want to take this opportunity to share stories written by black authors and illustrators that feature characters of color. Here are staff pick’s of our favorite Imagination Library stories that celebrate diversity: The Night is Yours Day Read More
Ways to Teach Letters
You’re probably already teaching your child about the letters of the alphabet. Here are some suggestions for how to help your child learn the alphabet on their own timeline: Start with your child’s letter and name. It’s easier and more interesting for your child to start with something that is relevant to them. Starting with Read More
Letter Knowledge
Remember the song BINGO? This childhood classic is an awesome example of how children learn about letters. Songs are one way to reinforce the ideas that each letter has a sound and that letters come together to create words. As children gain letter knowledge, they become familiar with the name, sound, and shape of individual Read More
Activities For Your Reading Routine
Read, Read, Read | video Reading aloud to your child can begin while they are still in utero. Bedtime reading is a great chance to slow down with your child and deepen your bond. For some families, it’s a routine that continues into grade school. Guest Readers Reach out to family members to star Read More
15 Ways to Read Every Day
1. Show your child how to use books/websites to read answers to your questions. 2. Read a recipe to make a meal. 3. Listen to audiobooks in the car or before bed (listening helps kids with word proficiency when they see it in print later). 4. Read the print that is all around you throughout Read More
Ways to Shake Up Your Reading Routine
No matter your reading routine, here are some ideas to keep things interesting: Read more books by favorite authors/illustrators Create a special reading space for cozy read alouds Add a library day into your regular schedule Attend an online/in-person storytime Send your child on a book scavenger hunt to find something new to read (either Read More
Shake Up Your Reading Routine!
Happy New Year! This time last year, we challenged you to create a reading routine. Hopefully over the past year, you’ve had ample opportunity to find time to read together. For 2022, we want to offer some ideas to shake up that routine to keep your reading fresh and exciting. While reading never gets old, Read More
