Essential Resources for Language and Literacy Development
For Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R) agencies dedicated to enhancing the quality of child care, providing providers with the best tools is paramount. We offer two comprehensive guides designed to enrich the early learning experiences of infants and young children, focusing on the critical areas of language acquisition and pre-reading skills. These resources are crafted to support childcare providers in fostering a nurturing and stimulating environment that lays the foundation for lifelong learning.
The journey to literacy begins long before a child enters a classroom. Early exposure to language, sounds, and print is crucial for developing the skills necessary for reading success.
"Blocks of Literacy: A Provider's Guide to Print, Phonological Awareness & Emergent Writing" is designed to be a comprehensive companion to any early childhood curriculum.
This guide demystifies the science of reading and offers practical applications for the classroom. Key topics covered include:
- Foundational Literacy Skills: Understanding the building blocks of reading.
- The Science of Reading: Insights into how children learn to read.
- Phonological and Phonemic Awareness: Developing an ear for the sounds of language, including rhyming, alliteration, syllables, and blending.
- Creating a Print-Rich Environment: Strategies for immersing children in a world of words.
- Emergent Writing: Nurturing the first steps toward written expression.
Infants are natural learners, absorbing the world around them with incredible speed. The interactions they have, especially through conversation and play, are fundamental to their cognitive and emotional development.
Our “Chatting and Cuddling” guide is an invaluable resource for understanding the profound impact of early verbal engagement. It delves into the “serve and return” concept, a cornerstone of infant-caregiver interaction that shapes brain architecture. This guide provides practical strategies and insights to help providers engage with infants in a way that is both fun and deeply meaningful.
Equip your providers with the knowledge to turn everyday moments into powerful learning opportunities.