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Early Literacy

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Parent Tips

Babies who hear lots of meaningful talk from another person not the television tend to have more success in school
A toddler who says "no" is actually saying "I'm growing up!"
Encourage your toddler to explore - curiosity will aid in developing mental growth. Thus, it isn't wise to keep your baby in a playpen for long periods of time.
Toys with batteries are not as suitable as those that allow for creative play. Check to see if the toy is "doing something" or if your child is doing something.
Toddlers love to "carry things." A clean plastic gallon milk carton with a handle is a favorite. Enlarge the hole at the top so your little one can put things in, dump them out and put them in again - a real favorite pastime that teaches about space while developing muscles that will be used for writing later.
Read to your child every day - Children who are read to a lot as infants and toddlers do better in school later on.
Early literacy http://www.extension.iastate.edu/childcare/quality/

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