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Learning to Read Season 2026

Letter Writing

Season 2026 Episode 5
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Dictionary Word Roulette

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Authors and Illustrators

Authors and Illustrators

Season 2026 Episode 8
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Sight Words

Sight Words

Season 2026 Episode 9
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Identifying Common Contractions

Identifying Common Contractions

Season 2026 Episode 10
1:04
Using Sensory Elements in Story

Using Sensory Elements in Story

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Performance Story Time

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Learning to Read

Reading with Intonation

Season 2026 Episode 4

This activity focuses on the importance of tone in reading. The adult reads some pages of a book, changing the tone in their voice to make the text engaging. The parent invites the child to do the same. Emotions can be conveyed through tone. This helps young readers develop reading fluency and comprehension.

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Oil & Water | NPT3
1:04
This fun activity with oil and water helps kids explore science and build literacy skills.
Wind Sock Creation and Observation | NPT3
1:04
The hands-on experience of making a wind sock combines literacy skills and science.
Math Literacy | NPT3
1:04
Exploring how math activities promote early learning skills and problem-solving.
Using Vocabulary and the Senses to Learn About Apples | NPT3
1:04
Kids can build descriptive vocabulary skills by using their senses to explore apples.
Promoting Bilingualism | NPT3
1:04
Kathy and Jose show it's never too early for kids to start learning a second language.
Cartoon Characters in Books | NPT3
1:04
Books with familiar cartoon characters may help young readers leap from screen to page.
Family Game Time | NPT3
1:04
Families can encourage reading while having fun playing board games together.
Writing Pet Care Instructions | NPT3
1:04
Help kids build writing skills by having them write instructions for caring for their pet.
Reading to Your Pet | NPT3
1:04
Reading aloud to pets can boost literacy.
Partner Reading | NPT3
1:04
In partner reading, paired students take turns reading aloud to each other.
Sensory Learning with Cookies | NPT3
1:04
Building sensory and literacy skills through baking cookies.
Alphabet Hunt | NPT3
1:04
Exploring the alphabet in a fun, relaxing and natural way.
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