Stimulating Activities for Babies

Reading aloud to kids (including babies!) is a great way to build early language skills as it helps to create and reinforce connections in their developing brains. Here are some tips and recommendations:
 

• Make a habit of reading with your child daily
• Get your child involved in books by asking questions and making comments like:
  • “What a silly monkey! Is jumping on the bed very safe?” or
  • “Isn’t it nice that the rainbow fish shared with his friends?” or
  • “Where is the blue train?”
• Select a variety of books about things your child enjoys and topics they may be learning in school
  • Your local library is a great free resource for tons of fun books for kids!
  • Check your child’s classroom newsletter for book recommendations related to the current theme!
• Reading books about activities that may make your child nervous can help ease anxiety, provide coping strategies, and give them confidence
• As your child gets older and is able to participate in reading, let them read words/phrases to you!
• Limit reading on tablets, books on tape, and books with more focus on sounds/noises

As always, if you have questions about literacy and reading with kids, consult your pediatrician. For more information, visit these helpful links:

https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/Pages/Healthy-Children-Radio-Reading-Aloud-to-Infants-Audio.aspx
 

http://www.scholastic.com/100BestReadAloudBooks/#logo