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Draw a Picture then Make up a Story | Learning to Read | NPT

Season 2021 Episode 22

Children are natural storytellers. Help them practice their storytelling skills by having them draw pictures. Just provide the art supplies and your child will bring their boundless imagination. You'll be providing a learning experience to treasure, whether their stories are about real events or exciting adventures of their own creation.

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A literacy station is designated for specific learning purposes.
Storytelling Puppets
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Puppets are a great tool for creativity, language skills, and imaginative play.
Counting & Literacy
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Counting not only improves children’s later math skills, but helps them read better, too.
Colorful Storytime
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Learning to Read with Apps
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STEAM Kits
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See how combining cutouts with reading can increase engagement and strengthen literacy.
Season 2023
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Connecting writing with media literacy.
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Using a 3D printer is one way young readers can enhance their digital and media literacy.
Voice Recordings to Improve Reading
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Hearing their recorded voices can help young readers improve their literacy skills.
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