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Using Print and Digital Books

Using Print and Digital Books

Season 2023 Episode 16
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Using Technology to Enhance Reading

Using Technology to Enhance Reading

Season 2023 Episode 17
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Math Media Literacy

Math Media Literacy

Season 2023 Episode 18
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Screen-Free Zones

Screen-Free Zones

Season 2023 Episode 19
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Making Screen Time Learning Time

Making Screen Time Learning Time

Season 2023 Episode 20
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Voice Recordings to Improve Reading

Voice Recordings to Improve Reading

Season 2023 Episode 23
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3D Printing and Literacy

3D Printing and Literacy

Season 2023 Episode 24
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What's a 'Wonderbook'?

What's a 'Wonderbook'?

Season 2023 Episode 25
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Writing & Media Literacy

Writing & Media Literacy

Season 2023 Episode 26
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Creating a Family Media Use Plan

Season 2023 Episode 27
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Using Cutouts to Enhance Literacy

Using Cutouts to Enhance Literacy

Season 2024 Episode 1
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STEAM Kits

STEAM Kits

Season 2024 Episode 2
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Learning to Read

Introducing Media to Kids

Season 2023 Episode 15

As computers, tablets and phones become increasingly integral to our lives at all ages, it's important to be thoughtful about introducing young children to media. Tips for parents include limiting TV time and watching alongside children to add context. Setting media-free spaces, encouraging screen-free activities, and avoiding making screen time a reward for good behavior are also good practices.

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Oil & Water | NPT3
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This fun activity with oil and water helps kids explore science and build literacy skills.
Wind Sock Creation and Observation | NPT3
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The hands-on experience of making a wind sock combines literacy skills and science.
Math Literacy | NPT3
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Exploring how math activities promote early learning skills and problem-solving.
Using Vocabulary and the Senses to Learn About Apples | NPT3
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Kids can build descriptive vocabulary skills by using their senses to explore apples.
Promoting Bilingualism | NPT3
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Kathy and Jose show it's never too early for kids to start learning a second language.
Cartoon Characters in Books | NPT3
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Books with familiar cartoon characters may help young readers leap from screen to page.
Family Game Time | NPT3
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Families can encourage reading while having fun playing board games together.
Writing Pet Care Instructions | NPT3
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Help kids build writing skills by having them write instructions for caring for their pet.
Reading to Your Pet | NPT3
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Reading aloud to pets can boost literacy.
Partner Reading | NPT3
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In partner reading, paired students take turns reading aloud to each other.
Sensory Learning with Cookies | NPT3
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Building sensory and literacy skills through baking cookies.
Alphabet Hunt | NPT3
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Exploring the alphabet in a fun, relaxing and natural way.
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