Teacher Advice
Studies report that newborns exhibit signs that show they recognize sounds which they heard in the utero. By reading during pregnancy, you are exposing your unborn baby to sounds they will eventually hear after their birth.
There is also an association with the music that you listen to. One of the participants in Danielle’s study read to her toddler while she was pregnant. After the baby was born, the mother asked if she could conduct the study again with her newborn. At 22 days old, the baby appeared to recognize the stories being read.
Tips to build Concepts of print
These are just some questions you can ask your child regarding concepts about print to enhance reading development. Feel free to pick one question following the book reading. This should be a pleasurable time where you both share thoughts and observations about the book.
Recommended Apps and Websites for Kids
If your child likes to play on an iPad, I compiled a list of recommended educational apps to help reinforce kindergarten and first grade mathematical, reading, and writing skills. Most of the apps also have websites that can be accessed through your home computers as well. Many of the apps are free, but some do have subscriptions. I have not personally reviewed all of these apps, but they were recommended through the links provided .
Conversation Starters to Build Reading Comprehension
These are just some questions you can ask your child to start a discussion. Feel free to pick one question following the book reading. This should be a pleasurable time where you both share thoughts and observations about the book.
Read Aloud Books and Sample Questions for Children
Here are some sample Read Aloud Books and questions you can ask.
Games to Build Mathematical Skills in the Primary Grades
Board and card games are an excellent and fun way to reinforce math skills! Using games is a fun way to incorporate repetitive practice with your child. Elementary math board games are an alternative to drill sheets, flash cards and memorization exercises. Since repetition is a necessary component of learning, it is important that practice is provided through a variety of engaging methods.
Creative Activities to Build Writing Skills in the Primary Grades
For a list of 35 Simple Writing Activities that I compiled to reinforce writing skills. Remember to keep it fun!
To read more about the Developmental Stages of Writing
Sesame Street Math is Everywhere!
Videos to help reinforce skills through music!
Compiled by Dr Danielle Lowe
Lowe Alphabet Songs:
Lowe Sight Word Songs:
Lowe ELA Rhyming:
Lowe Listening Dances:
Lowe ELA Blending:
Lowe Math Counting Songs:
Videos to help reinforce skills through music!
Compiled by Dr Danielle Lowe
Lowe Alphabet Songs:
Lowe Sight Word Songs:
Lowe ELA Rhyming:
Lowe Listening Dances:
Lowe ELA Blending:
Lowe Math Counting Songs:
Videos to help reinforce skills through music!
Compiled by Dr Danielle Lowe
Lowe Alphabet Songs:
Lowe Sight Word Songs:
Lowe ELA Rhyming:
Lowe Listening Dances:
Lowe ELA Blending:
Lowe Math Counting Songs:
The Homework Process in my Classroom
It is so important to keep learning fun. If you or your child gets frustrated stop and do something else. We do NOT want to turn them off from learning. I usually recommend that they come home from school, have a snack and some down time, and then do homework. Have a structured schedule so they know the routine on their own. Learning opportunities are everywhere, from sorting the socks by colors and counting the steps in your house! Keep it fun!
Video Tutorials for Parents
Starting Kindergarten Off Right!
Math Standards for Kindergarten
Counting and Cardinality Tutorial
The Developmental Stages of Writing
The way I do homework in
My classroom Week of September 18th