You Again? Really?
I love participatory songs (“Old MacDonald had a – what did he have?”), but have struggled with giving quieter kids a chance to speak up. It’s great [...]
Quick Tips
How to “Sing” Books with Songs
Books that feature songs are great a great read-aloud choice. Kids love music, and nothing gets their bodies swaying and toes tapping like a good song. But what should the [...]
Five Finger Rule for Book Selection
Teach your children the Five Finger Rule to help them pick a book at the right reading level. It’s super easy to use and remember. 1. Pick a book 2. Read the second [...]
How to Pick Books for Preschoolers
Kids at this age like rhythm and repetition. Look for books with simple plots with recognizable activities and short dialogue. The images should be easy to identify and the [...]
How to Pick Books for Ages 0-3
Look for stories with interesting sound patterns and books that invite participation. Kids at this age like rhymes, simple songs and lilting poetry. (adapted from [...]
