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Early experiences with books predict later reading success, and an interactive shared reading style called ''dialogic reading'' is especially beneficial to emergent literacy. Electronic console (EC) books, CD-rom books, and e-book apps are designed to teach preschoolers preliteracy skills, but research has yet to systematically explore the impact of these types of books on established predictors of positive literacy outcomes.

The goal of the Center for Early Literacy Learning (CELL) is to promote the adoption and sustained use of evidence-based early literacy learning practices. This site has resources for early childhood intervention practitioners, parents, and other caregivers of children, birth to five years of age, with identified disabilities, developmental delays, and those at-risk for poor outcomes

Great ideas for getting picky eaters to try new foods

The earliest years of a child's education-from birth through 3rd grade-set the foundation upon which future learning is built. In recent years, state policymakers have emphasized the need to improve children's reading skills early on because a lack in this essential skill is a strong predictor of low student performance and increased high school dropout rates. By 2012, a total of 32 states plus the District of Columbia had policies in statute aimed at improving 3rd-grade literacy, with 14 of those states requiring retention of students on the basis of reading proficiency. Yet, while the emphasis on reading proficiency is critical, research shows that the development of mathematics skills early on may be an even greater predictor of later school success. Early knowledge of math not only predicts later success in math, but also predicts later reading achievement even better than early reading skills.

This is a wonderful article looking at light wavelengths from screens and specific strategies to come off of the "high" of screen stimulus.

A blog about food, family and ways to encourage language through mealtime.

Assistive Technology must be play-based and appealing for young children. Appropriate assistive technology supports encourage children to explore and participate in literature, and use their imagination. Assistive technology may support their mobility and provide access to materials. Visual supports help them to understand what comes next or the steps in an activity. These supports must never take the place of engaging activities but should enhance participation and understanding. The following materials were created as examples of how supports could be added to normally occurring activities to enhance the participation of young children.

Parents play a key role in their child's success in Reading comprehension, an essential component in reading success, is important throughout a child's education and beyond.

AWARD-WINNING BOOK FOR ALL AGES Start reading and sharing beautiful stories with the children in your life.