There are just some books that capture a preschooler's imagination. The ones that they pull off the shelf over and over and over again to have you read. The ones that you have had to tape the cover View Post

Jodie is a mom of two boys and early childhood and elementary educator. She loves to read and help caregivers nurture our youngest caregivers.

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There are just some books that capture a preschooler's imagination. The ones that they pull off the shelf over and over and over again to have you read. The ones that you have had to tape the cover View Post

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If I asked you to name a book that you have read over and over again, chances are this one would be in your top ten list. Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? has delighted children for over 40 View Post

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August is a busy month for many families as kids prepare to start school. So, we have a picture book this month that addresses an important topic of staying true to yourself. This month, View Post

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I think I'm in year three of cars and trucks all over our floor. My boys can zoom them around for hours a day. Over the years, I've come up with several car and truck literacy play ideas. Here is View Post

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Is your refrigerator or classroom covered in masterpieces created by the little ones in your life? Imagine a 5-year-old who mostly illustrates (although he is starting to add a little writing) a book View Post

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A simple muffin tin can be the base for a variety of literacy games. The other materials needed are inexpensive and you probably have many of them on hand. So, let's get started. Full View Post

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I want my child to get ready for kindergarten. When should my child learn to read? My child knows their alphabet, now what? If you are a parent of a preschool age child, these are probably just a View Post