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Wordless picture books are told entirely through their illustrations — they are books without words, or sometimes just a few words. Creating your own stories with any book can create opportunities for literacy-rich conversations. It can build vocabulary, story sequencing and imagination!
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Pre-school children are often full of questions! Did you know that it’s just as important to ask them questions too? When reading books with actions words, try acting out the actions to make the book interactive for the child. For example, when you read “clap your hands if you are happy”, clap your hands! When…
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Repetition isn’t just for fun – it can also help children process what they read, hear, or do! For example, re-reading a book can help a child remember words that were previously new to their vocabulary. It can also help solidify their understanding of how to use these words. And if they’re trying to understand…
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It’s easy to take it for granted, but little ones need to be taught how books work before they can read them! Here are some easy ways to show children how to use a book:
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Sharing books with your child can be about more than just reading the text. While you’re reading together, you can also ask your little one questions such as “What is this?” and “Can you point to the duck?” And if your little one is talking, try asking them open-ended questions like “Where is the duck…
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Share this video with the families at your clinic to showcase how their literacy efforts are helping their children’s development.
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EnglishDownloadable ResourceEarly Literacy and Screen Time Handout for Families in Nunavut (English)
5-10 minutesUsing 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.
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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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EnglishActivity, Downloadable ResourceTips for Talking, Singing, Playing and Reading in the Early Years
1-5 minutesHere are a few things you can do to support little growing brains at home!
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EnglishArticleThe Conversation: Coronavirus: 5 Tips for Navigating Children’s Screen Time During Social Distancing
5-10 minutesThe COVID-19 pandemic changed the way we interact with screens. These lessons on managing screentime remain relevant for all families.