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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]