August 26, 2010

Home Activities to Promote Literacy

Here are a few ideas of things that you can do with your child at home.
· Talk with your child about school.
· Read often with your child.
· Discuss stories and events.
· Go to libraries.
· Encourage reading as a free time activity.
· Support them in their homework.
· Select safe, educational toys.
· Play and talk with your child daily.
· Have your child write stories and bind them in a simple book.
· Let your child know you are interested in what they are saying.
· Restrict the amount of time spent in front of a T.V.
· Restrict the use of video and computer games.
· Enjoy every day with your child as they grow up too fast.

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