Turn Reading into a Conversation with Oh No, GEORGE!
July 11, 2025
Book Nook

What’s the difference between reading to your child and reading with your child? Find out why reading with your child has a far greater impact on their early literacy development, and learn some strategies you can easily apply the next time you curl up with your child to read.

School Readiness Tip: Look for Print All Around You
July 02, 2025
Tip

One simple way to prepare children for reading and writing is to help them notice the print that’s all around them. By pointing out print in the environment, you help children understand that written words communicate meaning – just like spoken words do. Try these fun ways to highlight print throughout the day.

Building Print Knowledge with How to Party Like a Snail
March 20, 2025
Book Nook

Before children can learn to read, they need build print knowledge skills. They need to know that letters and words have meaning, are different from pictures and have rules that tell us how to read them. Here are some ways you can build your child’s print knowledge with a book filled with fun-looking print. 

Call Waiting? Smartphones Affect Children’s Language Development
February 20, 2025
Article

During a busy day, it’s natural to turn to your smartphone. But new research suggests that small changes in how and when you use your phone may have a big effect on your child’s opportunities for language learning.

Are You Concerned That Your Child Is a Late Talker?
December 10, 2024
Article

Did you know that 15% of toddlers may be considered Late Talkers? Find out what it means to be a Late Talker, and get some tips to support your child’s language if you’re concerned.

Building Print Knowledge with This Book is on FIRE
November 28, 2024
Book Nook

Learning about print doesn’t come naturally to children. They need our support to understand what print is for and how it works – a key early literacy skill called print knowledge. Read on for some tips to build your child’s print knowledge with the fun children’s book, This Book Is on Fire!

From First Steps to First Words: How Walking Sets the Stage for Talking
November 27, 2024
Article

Around the same time babies start walking, they also start talking. Is it just a coincidence? Nope! Find out how walking affects children’s communication development, and get some tips for interacting with your child during this important time in their life.

Comments vs Questions: Are You Striking the Right Balance for Your Child?
November 26, 2024
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To make conversations last longer, it’s a good idea to swap out some of your questions for comments. Making comments that are based on your child’s interest is one of the best ways to encourage them to communicate. Here’s how to do it! 

Four Common Myths About Early Literacy
September 09, 2024
Article

Don’t let these four common myths about early literacy get in the way of preparing your child for literacy success. Find out what the research really says abut how you can best support your child’s learning.