Say What? How a Preschooler's Verbal Ability Influences Literacy.
Just over a month ago, I wrote Why We Should Use Big Words with Little Kids. I would strongly recommend reading that if you haven’t already. Today is simply an extension of that post, connecting the...
View ArticleThe Write Way to Read
Often, when we think of writing, we think of penmanship. We give children handwriting guides and workbooks and think we’re teaching writing. But truly writing in the context of developmental...
View ArticleBook Activity: Max's Words
It’s no secret: I love to discover a great new children’s book. While Max’s Words by Katie Banks is not actually a “new” book (it was published in 2006), it is “new to me” and I’m so glad I found it!...
View ArticleThis is a G…and so is this! Building Alphabet Awareness in Young Readers
Think about how many fonts you have access to on your computer. Between books, magazines, posters, and signs, how many more fonts do you see in one day? While these types all look different, there is...
View ArticleResearch is Only as Good as the Sense You Use to Apply It
You know the old saying, “If a tree falls in the woods and no one hears it….” Well, similarly, we have to wonder, “If something is good for children but can’t be measured, is it still good for...
View ArticleFirst Friday Q&A: My 4 Year-Old Wants to Read NOW – What Do I Do?
What do you do when your 4 year-old wants to know how to read TODAY? Here are some developmentally appropriate ways to build your preschooler’s literacy foundation, while also giving them ways they...
View ArticleThe Importance of a Good Foundation
I’m sharing some favorite posts from the past as I spend some extra time with my family after our new addition. Imagine yourself as a home builder. You’ve acquired new clients who are excited to be...
View ArticleThe Joy and Power of True PRE-Literacy
I’m thrilled to introduce Heather Shumaker as today’s guest writer. I have really loved connecting with her and I can’t wait to let you know what we’ve been working on for all of you! For now I’ll...
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