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Learning to Read
Writing & Media Literacy
Season 2023
Episode 26
We routinely connect writing with reading, but how often do you connect writing with media literacy? Children are both consumers and creators of media. Writing gives early learners the tools to access both of those worlds in a fun way that will support future media learning skills.
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Magazines are a great way for kids to practice reading and develop their vocabulary.
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Using field guides can be a fun connection between reading and learning.
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Encourage your child to make an alternate ending to his or her favorite fairy tale.
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Help your child practice rhyming words by playing a game.
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Help your child think deeper about the books they read by focusing on characters.
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Make reading fun by heading outdoors. Try Flashlight Fridays!
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E-Books are a fun and convenient way to learn on the go.
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A nature walk is a fun, healthful learning activity for the whole family outside.
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Learning to sound out words can be a lot of fun, especially when a puppet gets involved.
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Learning the parts of a nonfiction text can help children explore a specific interest.
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Give your child the stage and practice reading dialogue with expression!
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Exchanging letters with a pen pal is a great way to practice reading and writing.