December Literacy Activity Calendar

As the colder weather descends upon the province, I am reminded of the activities that make me feel warm, comforted and connected to my friends and family.  Whether it is sharing our favourite holiday story, snuggling up for a great family movie, or gathering around the table for a friendly (and often) competitive game of cards, it is the “being present” that means so much.  I am grateful for the impact these activities have on our well-being as a family, and how little it costs us to do them.  What activities will you share with your family this season?  What memories and traditions do you hold on to?

Please feel free to share the December Literacy Activity Calendar with your families.

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November Literacy Activity Calendar

Words are a gift!  When you give young children the words for things, actions, and activities, you are giving them the gift of vocabulary development: a deeper understanding of the world around them and the tools they will need to communicate with others.  The November Literacy Activity Calendar can be found by clicking below, and has some great ideas for encouraging vocabulary development with young children.

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For more information on the power of your words, check out this video from the London Child and Youth Network on the 2000 Words to Grow campaign.  See the impact that your words can have!