Early literacy plays a crucial role in a child’s overall development, laying the foundation for lifelong learning and success. Engaging children in activities that integrate literacy with hands-on experiences can enhance their language skills and cognitive development. So why not make berry picking an educational activity? As you’re out and about picking berries, think of Read More
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Ways to Share Summer Vocabulary
Looking for a recipe for summer fun? Here are some fun activities that promise to introduce new words and discovery. 50+ Awesome Summer Activities for Toddlers Summer Activities for Preschoolers Nature Journal for Kids Beach Slime recipe Bubble Painting Sidewalk Chalk recipe Homemade Ice Cream in a Bag (with video)
Books to Share Summer Vocabulary
Here are some fun books that highlight summer vocabulary: Sunny Days by Deborah Kerbel and Miki Sato (Toddler, Preschool) A warm summer day is full of possibilities. You can take care of your garden, make a mud pie in the dirt, nap in a cozy sunbeam, take a trip to the beach, or enjoy a Read More
Tips to Share Summer Vocabulary
Here are four helpful hints to keep in mind when introducing new words to your child: Give an example using kid-friendly words to explain the new word – “Enormous means that something is really, really big.” Share an example that will make sense based on their experiences – “Remember that really big fish we caught Read More
Summer Vocabulary
Using the right word at the right time is a kind of magic. Children pick up tons of words as they grow, but using words correctly can take much longer. During this wonderful month of June, how about focusing on summer vocabulary? This covers weather (hot, humid, breezy), seasonal foods, and all the time spent Read More
Anchorage Imagination Library Celebrates 18 Years
Celebrate the 18th Anniversary of Anchorage Imagination Library! Anchorage Imagination Library is thrilled to announce a special event celebrating its 18th birthday on Friday, June 7, from 12 PM to 4 PM at Fresh Cup Playhouse. This milestone event, hosted by Best Beginnings and Fresh Cup Playhouse, promises a fun-filled day for families with young Read More
Books all about Talking
Here are a few talking tales that are all about conversations. Ask Me by Bernard Waber (Toddler, Preschool) During a walk together outside, a father and daughter share a conversation. She says to her father, “Ask me what I like.” When he does, she answers with lists of her favorite things. Her father asks more Read More
Let’s Talk
It may sound like a given, but talking to your child is extremely important. Since 80% of your child’s brain development happens from birth to age three, words are vital to building that structure. Babies are wired to pick up sounds, words, and gestures. Thankfully adults are ready to provide all of that through baby Read More
Activities on Taking Turns and Sharing
Here are a few activities that can help teach Taking Turns and Sharing, together. Sharing Ball Super simple. Roll a bowl to your child and say “my turn” – when they roll the ball back, say “your turn”. This game will evolve as children get older and have more coordination. Alternative: share bubbles by taking Read More
Tips on Taking Turns and Sharing
These tips for teaching turn taking skills are for children with autism and/or hyperlexia, but they are a great example of being clear about what you are teaching. Remember to start with short turns and make them longer as your child grows and they have more attention. Use an object to show whose turn Read More
