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My child is in speech therapy but it's not helping. What do I do next? After filling out all the paperwork and finding a specialist to help your child with a challenge, it can be very frustrating when you do not see progress. Keep in mind that there may be small steps, rather than big, noticeable breakthroughs. Speak with your child's speech therapist to express your concerns. Find out what reasonable goa...
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What children's books would you recommend for two-year-olds? There are so many wonderful books to introduce your child to the joy of reading. One of my personal favorites is “Not a Box” by Antoinette Portis, which tells a story of a very imaginative bunny and his box, a box that can be become anything that he wants it to be! Young children also love “The Very Busy Spider” and “Head to Toe” by Er...
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What are some ways to help my child write a family story? A fun way to create a family story with younger children is to make a family tree. You can add photos or ask your child to draw a picture of each family member. Talk about each family member and share special memories you have shared together. Another fun way to create your family story is to make a scrapbook that highlights some of th...
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5 ways to make reading fun for your child The more children enjoy reading, the more they'll read. We've got 5 tips to help foster your child’s love of reading.
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The sounds of language Becoming a lifelong reader involves far more than knowing the ABCs. It begins with children becoming sensitized to the sounds of language. The more sounds a child hears, the more words, with all their sounds, he’ll learn to say and eventually read.
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Celebrate National Reading Month...even if your child can't read yet Even non-readers can celebrate Reading Month. Here are 6 skills to prepare your young child for reading.
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What to read to babies Now that we've discussed why we read to babies from day one, let's look at what to read to your baby.
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Booklist for babies and toddlers A good book is a gift that keeps on giving. When buying books for babies or toddlers, here are a few tips from reading teacher and toddler expert Melissa Catalano.
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Expanding reading horizons Beyond printed books, there is a world of literacy adventure to explore with your child. These guidelines will help chart a course to expanded reading possibilities.
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Resources for raising readers Children who take to reading early on are more likely to make it a habit throughout their lives. Use these resources to choose books that will become family favorites.
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Adventures in audiobooks A mom discovers that audiobooks are as beneficial for her daughter as they are fun.
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Toys for Scout Coloring and tracing simple objects helps young children practice their pencil control, a skill they'll need for writing.
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