This month we learned all about opposites! Teaching children about opposites is so important - it is one of the building blocks that children need to learn how to follow directions, expand their vocabulary, increase comprehension skills, and build observation skills. How can you expand on this important skill? Teach the concept by always pointing out the "concept pair." All this means is words that are related, such as hot/cold, wet/dry, big/small, soft/hard, etc. If you hand your child a soft toy, mention that it is soft and point out the related concept pair - "Here is a … [Read more...]
“Back to School” season is here!
Back to School season is finally here! Even for our younger students, the start of a school year brings a great opportunity to reestablish routines and start fresh. Because it’s not just big kids who are going to have to adapt to back to school schedules- babies and toddlers will be affected by the start of school too. During the summer months, many families find that their schedules have become more relaxed. While this break from routine is a great way to enjoy family time, it can sometimes make it difficult to get back into "back to school" mode. This time of year is a great … [Read more...]
Exploring nature together
Winter weather brings great opportunities to explore nature with your family. Children can explore and learn more about the world around them. Extend play time by bringing snow and ice inside! Read tips for parents from the RIELDS Fun Family Cards: Encourage your child to explore and think about things that are living, non-living, man-made or naturally occurring materials. What are your favorite things to do in nature? Do you have a favorite season because of the weather? Think about ways you can share your interests with your child. BABIES Infants are very observant … [Read more...]
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