Young children experience new parts of life every day. Unlike adults, they aren’t always able to draw on past experiences to understand the new ones. It’s up to you as their parent to help them through it. Whether the topic is joyous or sad, the secret of understanding is in the conversation you have with Read More
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Conversation Starters
Where do babies come from? Where did all the dinosaurs go? How come we don’t have a car? Children are full of curiosity. Sometimes it seems like the questions just keep coming! And let’s be honest, they aren’t always the easiest to answer. That’s where books come in. Using books as conversation starters with your child Read More
Books You’ll Love for Bedtime
These bedtime stories are the perfect reading buddy for a calming bedtime routine. Again! by Emily Gravett (Preschool) A young dragon doesn’t want to go to bed. Instead, he wants his mom to read him his favorite story… over and over and over again. But mama dragon is getting awful tired herself and a little bit Read More
Ways You Can Help Your Child with Bedtime Stories
Start your routine early enough to enjoy it. If you or your toddler is over-tired, reading together quickly becomes a chore, and not the nice calming activity bedtime routines need. Turn off any distractions – TV, cell phones, electronic toys, etc. Avoid turning your bedtime routine into a teaching lesson. It’s okay to engage your Read More
Bedtime Stories
What does bedtime look like in your home? From peaceful slumber to battleground – we’ve seen it all. And while you can fill an entire library with books on the latest sleep training method and advice from well-meaning parents, there is one thing experts agree helps. Have a good bedtime routine. Young children especially need Read More
Books You’ll Love to Read
These heart-warming stories are great for snuggling up with a book. All the Things I Love About You by LeUyen Pham (Toddler) Parents and caregivers share an unbreakable bond with their children. In this story, a mother recounts all of the things she loves about her son, from his laugh to the way his hair sticks Read More
Ways You Can Help Your Child Love Reading
Make reading together an inviting, snuggly time. Build a pillow fort to read in. Climb into the comfiest corner of the couch together. Let your daughter bring her favorite stuffed animals to cuddle. Plan a special reading time. There is no greater gift to your child than your time. Turn off all distractions like your Read More
Fostering a Love of Reading
The power of reading to your child is incredible. You already know how great it is for their brain development – how it builds their vocabulary, language, and communication skills. But the real beauty in reading together is in the way it strengthens your relationship with your child. Children need to feel loved, nurtured, and Read More
Books You’ll Love to Read Every Day
These tried and true titles are parent favorites during local storytime events, and the perfect titles to try during your 21 Day Challenge. I’m the Biggest Thing in the Ocean! by Kevin Sherry (Preschool) The giant squid is very proud of himself: after all, he’s the biggest thing in the ocean… or is he? Using Read More
Read Every Day Activities
This month’s suggested activity is pretty simple… read! Read EVERY DAY. Complete the 21 Day Challenge The perfect time to start is now. It’s never too late to start reading, and it’s never too early. Print out our 21-day challenge worksheet. Hang it on your fridge, your child’s bedroom wall, bathroom, anywhere that will remind Read More
