By Nicole
This year, one Early Words clinic wanted to give back to the program as an expression of their gratitude. “It’s always been mindboggling to me that Early Words is able to give clinics tens of thousands of dollars worth of high quality, brand new, and pre-vetted books to share with families,” said Dr. Norm McLean, Medical […]
By OmarSiddiqui
Last month, six-year-old Olivier Cormier was given a unique project at his school, École internationale de Montréal (Primaire): find an organization that helps others and share it back with his class. One cause had recently become close to Olivier’s heart: “I really like to read,” he explained. “I think every kid deserves a book!” His […]
By Nicole
Using screens can reduce the time you spend face-to-face with your child, and can affect your child’s ability to pay attention, listen, speak, read and write. Read our suggestions for how to limit screen time.
By Nicole
The COVID-19 pandemic changed the way we interact with screens. These lessons on managing screentime remain relevant for all families.
By Nicole
This visual we developed showcases key milestones relating to language and reading development from conception to 10 years old.
By Nicole
Putting these decals up in your health centre is a great way to remind your patients to talk, sing, read, and share stories with their little ones. Designed by Inuit illustrator Becky Kilabuk, these wonderful designs depict Inuit families having loving, literacy-rich interactions with their little ones.
By Nicole
Read the Canadian Paediatric Society’s position statement on promoting early literacy in the health care setting.
By Nicole
This video from Reach Out and Read demonstrates how providers can talk to families about early literacy during their visits.
By Nicole
This how-to video breaks down serve-and-return interactions into five simple steps and features adults and young children doing each step together.
By Nicole
Did you know that back and forth interactions with your child build a strong foundation for their future learning and development? This is called “serve and return.” This handout from Harvard shares 5 steps to practice serve and return with your child!