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For Business & Community Leaders

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Educational Tools for Families

Children are constantly learning, right from birth. Their early years are the foundation for growth and development, and what they learn during those years depends on the experiences they have each and every day. More

Quick Tips

When cooking, encourage your child to help. For example, if a recipe calls for 3 eggs, ask her to get 3 eggs from the fridge. She’ll feel like she’s helping and counting will help develop her math skills.

 

Turn chores like laundry into learning activities. Ask your child to identify colors, help you separate lights and darks, or count the number of socks. These activities will help build math and cooperation skills.

 

Bedtime should follow a schedule. For example, bath, teeth brushing, bedtime story, nightlight, kiss good night and sleep. A consistent schedule helps children learn to go to sleep by themselves.

Learning on the Go

At Home

You can turn everyday household chores and activities into fun learning games for your child, no matter how young she or he is.

arrowDoing laundry: Laundry is a frequent activity that young children love to join in - from watching clothes tumble to matching up socks. Find fun ways to help your children take part in these chores.

arrowAt meals: For many, meals are a time when the whole family comes together. Learn how your mealtime discussions can help the development of your child, and ways that meals foster learning.

arrowAt bedtime: Help your child wind down at the end of the day, and discover ways to make bedtime less stressful and more calming for all involved.

 

Traveling

Are we there yet? Turn that trip or errand into a simple, fun learning game that helps your child make sense of the world around him.

arrowIn the car: Use driving time to enhance your child's natural curiosity - find ways to interact and connect with your child.

arrowOn the bus: Riding public transit exposes your child to different people and new things. Use this time to heighten your child's sense of adventure.

arrowOn a walk: Taking your child on a walk is not only good exercise, but also allows them to experience nature and learn about the outdoors.

 

Public Places

Errands can equal education. Your everyday outing or errand can be a chance to connect with your child and to encourage her early learning.

arrowAt the market: Learn valuable tips to help keep you and your child's trips to the market hassle-free and educational.

arrowAt the park: Parks and playgrounds are very active places for children. Discover ways to transform activity into learning.

arrowAt the library: Libraries are full of learning, and are wonderful for exploring language and books. Find out some helpful tips for library-going.