The letter P is a dependable letter. It usually makes the “puh” sound as in pan. This is especially the case when the letter P is not partnered with another consonant P is silent when followed by the consonant s, t, or n at the beginning of a word (as in psychic). Also, when combined […]
Eggshells (or egg cartons sections) Green pipe cleaners Tempera paint and markers Hot glue or white glue   Clean eggshell halves and dry them gently. Using tempera paint, decorate the shells to look like tulips. Let the paint dry overnight. When the paint is completely dry, add details to the tulips using markers. Twirl […]
  plastic 3-D letters  paper  markers  shallow basket  Using the plastic letters, spell the child’s name on the paper. Trace the letters with the marker so that the child’s name is written on the paper. Color in the letters all the same color. Place the plastic letters that are in the child’s name in […]
The Letter J is a generally reliable letter. It usually makes the “juh” sound as in jam.  The letters “dg” sometimes make the /j/ sound as well (as in edge) which makes it difficult for children to spell such words. Teaching “edge” as a Word Family (edge, hedge, ledge, etc) can help. The Letter J […]
How do I go about choosing a babysitter? Get a trusted friend or family member if possible. Get recommendations from friends. Trade childcare with friends who have kids. Do not hire a sitter under age 12. Watch your child’s reaction when you tell them a sitter they know is coming, and listen to what your […]
The Letter F is a generally reliable letter. It usually makes the “fuh” sound as in fall.  F sometimes makes the /v/ sound (as in of) The “gh” diagraph represents the /f/ sound when it follows a vowel (as in tough)  1. Present a capitol and lower case F to your child. Ask if […]
 Use materials with interesting textures to make a fun book for your baby or toddler. Scraps of materials with interesting textures. (textured *papers, fabric, household items, etc.) Spiral-bound book with blank pages. (I used a watercolor pad because the pages were nice and heavy.) Exacto knife Glue (Bookbinding glue will work really nicely.) Glue […]
They incorporate images from around our house so it’s a fun way to build vocabulary with objects/images that are personal and relevant to a young person. You could use this technique for learning a second language as well. They also double as blocks, so you can build with them. They are great for the 2-4 […]
