Young children learn by doing. Discovering what they can do with objects leads to learning to talk and to pretend. Find out what actions with objects children should be learning each month from 9 to 16 months. By 16 months, children should use at least 16 actions with objects.
Research with young children indicates that the development of gestures from 9 to 16 months predicts language ability two years later, which is significant because preschool language skills predict academic success. Find out what gestures children should be learning each month from 9 to 16 months. By 16 months, children should use at least 16 gestures.
Back-to-school time can be an exciting and challenging transition from the summer months. We’ve got some helpful tips, articles, and other resources for families and teachers — plus some recommended picture books to ease back-to-school jitters.
Learn about three common terms and descriptions related to reading instruction that may help give you a better understanding of what’s happening in your child’s classroom and what it means for your young learner.
Change is in the air. Days are getting shorter; schools are opening and there are new starts everywhere. Some kids can’t wait to start school, others have the heebie-jeebies; some take unusual critters or even a parent to school. Regardless, you’re sure to enjoy these books beyond the first days of school!
Preschoolers participating in Arlington County Department of Parks and Recreation camps went wild for insects in August! Learn more about how staff connected campers to experiences that stimulated their senses and their imaginations by building on books and resources from the Bug Buddies toolkit.
