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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
What’s a Great Way to Make Summer Fun?
So, how many times do you think you’ll hear, “I’m bored. I want something to do!” Which as parents, we all know means “I want something fun to do“-certainly not “I want […]
Early Literacy Blog Roundup
“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.”-Dr. Seuss This week, we celebrated Read Across America Week! […]
Are Brains Built or Born?
Brains are built, not born. What happens in children’s early years sets the foundation for all the years that follow. Child development is a dynamic, interactive process that is not […]
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 […]
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 […]
Leaves, Leaves, Leaves!
October. October is for noticing the little things in our lives that make them better. October doesn’t get the fanfare September does with the Back to School bashes. It’s not […]
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 […]