Parental Involvement Vs. Parental Engagement: What You Need to Know
You may have heard the terms “parental involvement” and “parental engagement” before—and although you may have a grasp of what each of these concepts includes, the two offer subtle distinctions between you and your child’s school or education program. At One Place, all of our programs serve to promote parental engagement, including Early Head Start, […]
From One to One Million
Hey! Let me introduce myself. I’m one of Dolly Parton’s favorite books; I’ve been around for more than 90 years. My friends call me The Little Engine That Could. I’ve always loved encouraging young ones to try their best, to not give up. Since I’ve become the first book mailed out in Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, […]
Growing Up
Just those two words! Think about how much time, effort, imagination, and power comes with them. When we were growing up ourselves, we spent time thinking about all the “big” questions- what would we be when we grew up, what veggies wouldn’t we have to eat any more, maybe how late would we get to stay up […]
When’s the BEST Time to Read?
With a new school year right around the corner, it’s a great time for your family to establish some new–and tried and true–reading routines! We know that reading aloud every day with children is crucial in building those little minds. But I do understand how it can become monotonous or… sometimes….skipped:/ Reading needs to be exciting and […]
Valentine’s Day and Books?
Valentine’s Day is here! It’s a day filled with hearts, cupids, and cards. We talk about how much we love and appreciate our family and friends. Love is such a big emotion. And for our little ones, sometimes ALL emotions can feel very big. But we can help them understand and describe their feelings. It’s important to begin […]
The Gift of Reading
The air is cooling, and people are rushing! It’s a wonderful time of year for me to talk with you about the gift of reading. But what does that really mean? In Onslow County, it means more than 900,000 Imagination Library books have found loving homes! Home libraries are being built. Children know the joy […]
What are your New Year’s resolutions?
January. There’s something special about this month. Everyone is excited about the new year and the new possibilities Many of us decide to face the new year head-on with resolutions about “being better.” The ole “organize my closet with color codes,” “eat a balanced diet,” and “give our children every chance for great futures.” Whew! All […]
What’s the Perfect Gift?
The most wonderful, wintery, wish-filled time of the year!! How many of us are juggling busy schedules, get-togethers, and the ultimate ugly sweaters?! But today, let’s talk about gift-giving. Hmmm…the perfect gift! So elusive! Whether it is made by hand, bought from a store, or acts of service. Whether it is the “latest and greatest” or […]
What Are The “R’s of Learning”?
Each month we’re sharing a blog created by our Early Literacy Coordinator, Lisa Davis, focusing on the importance of early literacy, building literacy in your home, and helping your child read. Just when you thought you knew about the “R’s of Learning”-more have been added. Of course it all began with the 3R’s: Reading, ‘Riting, […]
Why Reading With Your Child Matters
Reading creates a strong foundation for a child’s lifelong success—particularly during the first five years of their lives. Children who have the most opportunity to interact with language—from infancy to early elementary school—are the most likely to develop into skilled readers and writers for the rest of their lives. Although you’ve probably heard about the […]