What can I do to help my child grow?

Each child brings unique abilities, needs and experiences to learning. Every child can grow as a learner.

Here are some ways to help your child continue to grow as a learner.

Here are some ways to help your child grow:

• Spend time doing everyday activities - actively talk, play and listen together.

• Read! Read often. Read aloud. Read a variety of books, including wordless picture books, dual-language and first-language books.

• Play games! Games are to math as books are to reading. Play games that ask children to count, such as Candy Land or Chutes and Ladders. Play games with cards, such as Go Fish. Play games with dice or dominoes and count the dots.

• Count, count, count! Count the number of rocks collected or the number of strawberries for a snack.

• Share in everyday activities such as setting the table, preparing meals and grocery shopping.

• Ask open-ended questions about stories that will encourage conversation and connections to your child’s life experiences.

• Talk about the messages and ideas that they are writing, drawing and creating.