Toronto Public Library: Ready for Reading, Birth to 5
By Nicole
This great resource from the Toronto Public Library features activities involving talking, reading, singing, playing, and writing for children ages 0-5.
Resource Topic: Family Engagement
Tips for Talking, Singing, Playing and Reading in the Early Years
By Nicole
Here are a few things you can do to support little growing brains at home!
The Conversation: Coronavirus: 5 Tips for Navigating Children’s Screen Time During Social Distancing
By Nicole
The COVID-19 pandemic changed the way we interact with screens. These lessons on managing screentime remain relevant for all families.
Read On Canada! Activity Booklets
By Nicole
A group of reading advocates across Canada put together booklets with lots of fun and enriching activities to do during the pandemic.
Reach Out and Read Training Video: Short Visit Training Video
By Nicole
This video from Reach Out and Read demonstrates how providers can talk to families about early literacy during their visits.
Fun Early Literacy Activities for Little Ones (Newborn to 5+)
By Nicole
Download our activity booklet filled with songs, games, and talk-time activities for children aged 0-5!
Centre for Family Literacy: FLIT app
By Nicole
FLIT is an app produced by the Centre for Family Literacy. It provides activities and tips to help families promote a healthy environment that fosters literacy. Parents will find specially tailored and curated activities ranging from recipes to rhymes to games, all designed to build strong reading, writing and literacy skills in their children and […]
Caring For Kids: Screen time and young children
By Nicole
Children under 5 years old are exposed to more screens than ever before, including televisions, computers, gaming consoles, smartphones and tablets. This guide from the Canadian Paediatric Society has what you need to know.
Tips for Families #3: Screentime and the Early Years
By Nicole
Screens and digital devices are a part of life for many families. While experts do not recommend any screen time for children under two years of age (and less than an hour a day for those between the ages of two and five), you need to do what’s right for your family. While screens can’t […]
Tips for Families #2: The home language and learning environment
By Nicole
Here are some great ways you can help create an environment that encourages language development and learning at home. Also available in the following languages: