Kindergarten teachers have weighed in and have shared the skills they think are most important for children just starting formal schooling. It may surprise you to learn that it isn’t recognizing and naming alphabet letters and sounds, colors and numbers or even writing their name. While these can be helpful, kindergarten teachers say that these… Read more »
Month: March 2024
Literacy from the Start Begins at Home: Partnering with Families on Their Child’s Literacy Journey
Research consistently shows that children who are exposed to language-rich environments from birth are better prepared to read and write when they enter school. Fostering early literacy skills is a collaborative effort between families and early education professionals. Let’s explore strategies for partnering with families to support early literacy for children from birth to five… Read more »
Breaking Barriers by Supporting Children with Identified Disabilities to Fully Participate in Early Literacy Activities
March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. Therefore, this entry will focus on strategies that support young children with identified disabilities to fully participate in early literacy activities. Literacy is the thread that weaves together imagination, communication, and learning. For children with disabilities, this thread is uniquely shaped by their needs, abilities, and modes of engagement. … Read more »
Sunshine & Stories: Developing Early Literacy Outdoors
Spring is the perfect time to take early literacy learning into the great outdoors. For our youngest learners, the natural environment offers sensory experiences, exploration, and discovery—all which foster literacy development. Let’s take a closer look at some exciting outdoor activities that enhance early literacy skills while basking in the beauty of spring. Outside Storytime… Read more »