The 3 "R's" of Early Learning 5
When caring adults include children in grocery shopping it can open doors for practicing language skills, taking turns, using our senses and numbers by integrating these lessons into daily routine. It also builds a child's esteem as they know they can make the decision of red or green apples, count them and put them in the bag. When caring adults "read" the pictures of a book, instead of the words, they teach their child an important reading skill. All of us, as we are reading, predict upcoming words based on the words we have already read and the stories and experiences we have already had. Young children, having had less opportunity to experience the world, can use the pictures in a book to predict upcoming words in the same way. Children who "read" the pictures of a book can enjoy it again, using their imagination even when you're not reading with them. When caring adults use a consistent bedtime routine, children feel secure and safe in the predictability creating a stronger bond in your relationship.
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