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21 “Sense-ational” Ways of Teaching Early Reading Skills

January 21, 2016 by Elizabeth Babbin Leave a Comment

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We know that teaching early reading skills using methods that utilize the senses—not just by looking at printed words on a page—is very effective. The good news is that you can do this easily at home. Added bonus: it’s fun, too! Hands-On (Kinesthetic) This active approach helps engage your … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Getting Started, Learn to Read, School Readiness, Smart Strategies Tagged With: multi-sensory reading, multisensory reading, Reading Skills, reading with 5 senses, sensory reading



The Best Ways to Handle Separation Anxiety

January 7, 2016 by Elizabeth Babbin Leave a Comment

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Tearing yourself away from a screaming, distraught child is so tough. The vast majority of kids struggle with separation anxiety when faced with leaving their parents and caregivers at some point in their lives. They will eventually grow out of it—but that doesn’t make things any easier when you’re … [Read more...]

Filed Under: School Readiness, Social & Emotional Life Tagged With: back to school separation anxiety, school separation anxiety, separation anxiety



Help Your Child Focus: Decreasing Hyperactivity and Distraction

November 12, 2015 by Elizabeth Babbin Leave a Comment

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Our modern, busy lifestyles often lead to an unintended consequence for our kids. Rushing from one activity to another, grabbing less-than-nutritious meals along the way, and spending lots of time on screens and not enough on exercise and sleep can all quickly add up to kids who are scattered, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Common Challenges, Learn to Read, Parenting Tips, Reading Lifestyle, Smart Strategies Tagged With: ADD, ADHD, decreasing hyperactivity, distraction in kids, get kids to focus, hyperactivity in kids, kids who are easily distracted



How Screen Time is Affecting Your Child, and What to Do About It

November 11, 2015 by Elizabeth Babbin 1 Comment

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Kids are drawn to screens—whether TV, tablet, phone, or computer—like moths to a flame. And it would be tough to find a parent who hasn’t handed over a screen of some sort to keep their child occupied. Like most things in life, a little is fine; but if your child is spending a chunk of time each day … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Brain Development, Common Challenges, Learn to Read, New Parent, Parenting Tips, Reading Lifestyle, Smart Strategies Tagged With: effects of screens on kids, kids and screen time, kids and screens, reducing screen time for kids, screen time



Emotional Rewards of Reading Aloud to a First Grader

November 2, 2015 by Elizabeth Babbin Leave a Comment

6-year-old girl reading

The emotional rewards of reading aloud to your 6-year-old are many--for both you and your child. Kids this age typically can read on their own. Most are proud to show off their newly acquired skills to an appreciative audience of parents, siblings, and grandparents. Taking turns reading aloud can … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Brain Development, Learn to Read, New Parent, Parenting Tips, Reading Lifestyle, School Readiness Tagged With: bonding, books, first grade, Parenting, read aloud, Reading Rituals, Relaxing



Emotional Rewards of Reading Aloud to Your Second Grader

November 2, 2015 by Elizabeth Babbin Leave a Comment

adult reading to second graders

For many kids, second grade brings the excitement and challenge of reading books with fewer pictures and more words--chapter books. Kids also spend more time learning about their world through non-fiction books. But that doesn't mean that the emotional rewards of reading aloud to your 7-year-old … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Brain Development, Learn to Read, New Parent, Parenting Tips, Reading Lifestyle, School Readiness Tagged With: bonding, books, Parenting, read aloud, reading, Reading Rituals, Relaxing, second grade



Emotional Benefits of Reading Aloud to Your Third Grader

October 30, 2015 by Elizabeth Babbin Leave a Comment

Reading at the breakfast table

Although most third graders can read independently, the emotional benefits of reading aloud continue to be important. Reading aloud to kids 8 years (and older!) helps keep the lines of communication open between you and your child, which is so crucial to bonding--especially as your child approaches … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Learn to Read, Parenting Tips, Reading Lifestyle, School Readiness Tagged With: benefits of reading, bonding, books, learning, Parenting, read aloud, reading, Reading Rituals, Relaxing, Social Emotional Development, third grade



Prenatal Reading: The Emotional Rewards

October 29, 2015 by Elizabeth Babbin Leave a Comment

Pregnant woman reading to her belly

Have you ever thought about the emotional benefits you can receive from taking a minute out of your day to sit down and read aloud to your "baby bump"? It might sound silly, but there are many reasons to try it. Emotional Benefits Reading gives you an excuse to put your feet up—a welcome … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Brain Development, New Parent, Parenting Tips, Reading Lifestyle, Sleep & Self Care Tagged With: bonding, Pregnancy, Prenatal, reading, Reading Rituals, Relaxing, Siblings



Emotional Rewards of Reading to Your Child: 5 Years Old

October 23, 2015 by Elizabeth Babbin Leave a Comment

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As your 5-year-old is most likely thinking about starting school, reading can be an emotionally rewarding way to reconnect for both parent and child: As your child starts school, she will be exposed to reading in a more academic way. But keeping it personal and fun at home is important. In … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Brain Development, Learn to Read, New Parent, Parenting Tips, Reading Lifestyle, School Readiness Tagged With: bonding, books, Cooperating, kindergarten, learn to read, Parenting, reading, Reading Rituals, Relaxing, Sharing



Emotional Rewards of Reading to a Preschooler

October 23, 2015 by Elizabeth Babbin Leave a Comment

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 At 4, your child is mostly likely beginning to recognize letters and their sounds. If you want to foster the emotional rewards of reading in your child, be sure your child has access to a home library of books that you read together. It helps children start to view themselves as readers, which … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Brain Development, Learn to Read, New Parent, Parenting Tips, Reading Lifestyle, School Readiness Tagged With: 4 year old, bonding, books, Parenting, preschool, reading, Reading Rituals, Relaxing, school readiness



Emotional Rewards of Reading to Your Baby

October 23, 2015 by Elizabeth Babbin Leave a Comment

Baby playing with mom

Congratulations! You and your baby have made it through the first year of late-night feedings and sleepless nights. At 1, your baby is much more aware of the world around him, and the emotional rewards of reading to your baby have evolved. Reading books can continue to be a treasured part of your … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Brain Development, Learn to Read, New Parent, Parenting Tips, Reading Lifestyle, School Readiness Tagged With: babies, bonding, books, Parenting, Reading Rituals, Relaxing, toddler



Emotional Benefits of Reading Aloud: Age 3

October 23, 2015 by Elizabeth Babbin Leave a Comment

boy and girl with dad reading

All those years of reading to your child as a baby and toddler should be really paying off! At 3, you may start to notice that the emotional benefits of reading aloud are beginning to change with your child's development. Reading aloud together not only help your child grow to love reading, but it … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Brain Development, Learn to Read, New Parent, Parenting Tips, Reading Lifestyle, School Readiness Tagged With: bonding, books, comprehension, preschool, reading, Reading Rituals, school readiness



Emotional Rewards of Reading Aloud: 2 Years Old

October 23, 2015 by Elizabeth Babbin Leave a Comment

2-year-old reading a book

Your child is now two—or as some have referred to it: the "terrible twos." But don't despair! As with every stage in child development, each offers something exciting and new. And (just like your little one) each stage can be wonderful and amazing in its own way. The emotional rewards of reading … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Brain Development, Learn to Read, New Parent, Parenting Tips, Reading Lifestyle, School Readiness Tagged With: 2 year old, bonding, books, language, learning, Parenting, reading, Social Emotional Development, toddler



Emotional Rewards of Reading to Your Baby: 6—12 Months

October 22, 2015 by Elizabeth Babbin Leave a Comment

Baby looking at a book with mom

As your baby goes from being stationary to becoming more mobile and alert, reading aloud offers significant emotional benefits to your child. Reading gives your little crawler, cruiser, or walker an excuse to rest and cuddle at different points in the day. This can help your child come to regard … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Brain Development, Learn to Read, New Parent, Parenting Tips, Reading Lifestyle, School Readiness Tagged With: babies, bonding, books, Parenting, reading, Reading Rituals, Relaxing, toddler



Emotional Rewards of Reading to Your Baby from Birth

October 22, 2015 by Elizabeth Babbin Leave a Comment

Baby cuddling with mom and a book

Reading to your baby right from birth can have profound emotional benefits for your little one. And it's never too early to start. Babies thrive on routine and habit. It’s a perfect time to introduce reading as a habitual activity. Helps associate stories with bedtime or naptime, so sharing a … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Brain Development, Learn to Read, New Parent, Parenting Tips, Reading Lifestyle, School Readiness Tagged With: babies, bonding, books, newborns, Parenting, reading, Reading Rituals, Relaxing



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