As the sunny season settles in (hopefully), we know that many families in Alaska are gearing up for some fun-filled water adventures. Whether it’s boating, swimming, or exploring our beautiful lakes and rivers, ensuring the safety of our little ones is crucial. This month’s newsletter focuses on boat and water safety, how to help your Read More
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Talk About Your Day: Fun Activities
These activities should spark some fun conversations. Adventure Map Draw a simple map of your home or neighborhood. As you go about your day, mark off where you’ve been and narrate your ‘adventures’. Picture Storybook Take photos throughout the day and create a little photo album. At bedtime, flip through and talk about the Read More
Books To Help With Talking About Your Day
Tell me about your day By Mem Fox What could be more wonderful than sharing bedtime with beloved friends? This little boy loves to talk to his stuffed animals at the end of the day, and share with them all the things that happened to him that day and to hear about their day, too. Find it at the Library. Daniel’s Read More
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Talking Tips
Your mission this week: turn everyday moments into enchanting stories. And remember, it’s not about being perfect; it’s about having fun and making memories. Channel Your Inner Sports Commentator “And here comes Mom, zooming into the kitchen like a racecar driver. Will she make it to the coffee machine in time? YES! She’s done it, Read More
Growing Together: A Spring Update from Best Beginnings
At Best Beginnings, we know that early childhood is the foundation for a lifetime of learning and success. This spring, we’ve seen incredible growth—not just in numbers, but in partnerships, community engagement, and statewide impact. I’m excited to share some highlights from our work over the last few months, and a glimpse of what’s ahead. Read More
Let’s Talk about your day!
Does it seem strange or perfectly normal to talk with an infant who can’t respond to you? No matter how you answer, this month we want you to start talking (even) more with your baby, toddler, and preschooler by narrating your daily activities. Before we jump into the fun stuff, let’s talk about why narrating Read More
Activities to Foster Play and Creativity
By incorporating these activities into your daily routine, you can create a rich, playful, and creative environment that teaches your child new skills. Art Projects Set up a mini art studio at home with paper, crayons, markers, paint, and other craft supplies. Encourage your child to create their own masterpieces, whether it’s drawing, painting, or Read More
Books all about playtime
Rumble Grumble…Hush by Claudia Lively and Holly Olsen Follow a little boy through a day of imaginative play with various toys, followed by a quiet time of books and crayons as bedtime nears. Find it at the Library Lets Go Outside by Ben Lerwill Join a group of friends as they play together Read More
Tips for Encouraging Play and Creativity
Support your child’s early learning and development with these tips: Create a Stimulating Environment Designate a space in your home where your child can freely explore and play. Fill it with age-appropriate toys, art supplies, books, and other materials that encourage imaginative play and creative expression. Get Outdoors During any time of year, bring your Read More
