Toronto Public Library: Ready for Reading, Birth to 5
By Nicole
This great resource from the Toronto Public Library features activities involving talking, reading, singing, playing, and writing for children ages 0-5.
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Tips for Talking, Singing, Playing and Reading in the Early Years
By Nicole
Here are a few things you can do to support little growing brains at home!
The Conversation: Coronavirus: 5 Tips for Navigating Children’s Screen Time During Social Distancing
By Nicole
The COVID-19 pandemic changed the way we interact with screens. These lessons on managing screentime remain relevant for all families.
The Canadian Children’s Literacy Foundation: The Reading Journey Diagram
By Nicole
This visual we developed showcases key milestones relating to language and reading development from conception to 10 years old.
Talk, Sing, Read, Share Stories Decals for Health Centres in Nunavut
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.
Read, Speak, Sing: Promoting early literacy in the health care setting
By Nicole
Read the Canadian Paediatric Society’s position statement on promoting early literacy in the health care setting.
Read On Canada! Activity Booklets
By Nicole
A group of reading advocates across Canada put together booklets with lots of fun and enriching activities to do during the pandemic.
Reach Out and Read Training Video: Short Visit Training Video
By Nicole
This video from Reach Out and Read demonstrates how providers can talk to families about early literacy during their visits.
Institute of Digital Media and Child Development, Children and Screens Article: 12 Tips From the Experts for Managing Screen Time for Kids K-8 During the Pandemic
By Nicole
Wondering how to manage your child’s screentime? Check out these 12 tips from experts.
Harvard Center on the Developing Child: 5 Steps for Brain-Building Serve and Return
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.