This has been a crazy month! We went from holiday break to snow/ice break! Thankfully I think we are getting back into our rhythm!
Reading to your children is vital for vocabulary and literacy development. We have been reading "winter/snow" books this month. Even though these books are geared to preschool/young elementary school children, you may find benefit in having your children read these books! Here is a list of my favorite winter books: There Was a Cold Lady Who Swallowed Some Snow The Mitten The Snowy Day The Jacket I Wear in the Snow Snowball Fight Little Snowflake's BIG Adventure Ten on the Sled The Biggest Snowman Ever When Winter Comes You may find "winter/snow" books that include your child's favorite character (Clifford, Pete the Cat, Curious George). Check the local library or bookstore for more suggestions! Things to keep in mind when reading to your children: -If able, take turns with your child. Joint reading is a great way to connect with others (and the text). -Ask open ended questions (i.e. when, why, what do you think, how). -Define new vocabulary words that your child may not know. Happy Reading! |
AuthorMy name is Lori Shores, and I am a speech-language pathologist that works in the Bartlett City Schools. Archives
April 2018
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