Children are being taught how to read earlier and earlier. Gone are the days of kindergarten being about the ABCs, snacks, and naptime (although I’m sure there’s plenty of that too!). In fact, I read an article recently that explained that most kindergarteners are spending at least three hours of their school day learning to read.
Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers might not be able to read on their own, but there are plenty of things you can do to give them the early literacy skills they will need once they’re in kindergarten. In addition to reading to your child daily and making plenty of books available to them, a hugely important piece is allowing your kiddo to engage in active learning through play!
If you want to know more about how to use movement and play to teach your child early literacy skills, Jefferson County Public Library has just the thing! We’re hosting a FREE Movin’ and Groovin’ workshop led by renowned author and physical activity specialist, Rae Pica, on Wednesday, October 14th at 6:30 p.m. at the Lakewood Culture Center and you’re invited!
This two-hour workshop is designed help parents, teachers, and childcare providers to better understand the relationship between physical activity and the brain; the value of play; and how to use movement, play, and active learning to nurture a child’s ability to learn to read and think. Once you’ve learned how to use movement and play to develop early literacy skills, join Jefferson County Public Library staff at one of our Movin’ and Groovin’ Fests to practice active learning with your little one.
Save your seat for our Movin’ and Groovin’ workshop today!
Author: Mile High Mamas
