Self-control is sometimes described as the ability to limit one’s impulses in the absence of an authority figure. It is often related to one’s developing sense of ethics and values. For example: A 10-year-old child is in a store and sees a pack of gum. They want that pack of gum, but don’t have any Read More
Category: Early Learning
Environmental Print
Environmental print is printed letters or symbols that surround children in their daily lives. Examples are street signs, labels on food, and billboards. Environmental print is usually the first print that children recognize. It helps children make the connection in their brains that letters and symbols mean something. The value of using environmental print activities Read More
My Father Had a Grocery Store
Early learning/school readiness skills can be taught in a fun way-by playing games! What does playing early learning games accomplish? When can you play? Since this talking game requires no “props”, you can play anytime. As a bedtime ritual, getting ready in the morning, during a long car ride, instead of TV, while you are Read More