The Texas Library Association publishes a list of books for young readers that are designed to be read aloud. They are called 2 x 2 books. Check out the 2008 list. Lists from previous years are also available. Get a jump on the school year by reading with your child!
Back from vacation! While we were gone, I thought about how one of my goals as a parent is for my children to think back on growing up and remember having a great childhood. One shared activity that builds bonds between any two people is enjoying a meal together, from cooking to dishes. Well, dishes with your child may get postponed to another occasion, but the cooking and eating together can happen.
I found a great website that has a banana caterpillar recipe. Using a recipe is a sneaky and fun way to use both reading and math skills. Besides the reading you can have discussions about greater than, less than and the math symbols > and <. Example: 6 < 8 or 4 > 5.
Have fun!
Playing games with your children is so important. I read an interesting article that puts forth the benefits of playing with children in such a clear and helpful manner. I hope we all stop our crazy schedules for a breather and add a little fun to our lives. (You don’t tell them it’s educational and character building.)