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Reading Activities for Ages 3-5

Reading Activities for Ages 3-5

 

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Rub-a-Dub Read
Create a special book for bath time.
Mommy, Tell Me a Story!
Give on-the-fly storytelling a try — it’s rewarding for both your kids and yourself.
Big Hungry Bear Matching Game
Create an easy-to-make game to go with this holiday story.
Read With Me!
Savor special story times — they are good for you and your kids.
How Do Dinosaurs Get Well Soon?
A feel-better card usually helps!
Telling Spooky Stories
Author and performer Donna Washington shares age-appropriate storytelling tips.
Raising a Reader
Nurture a love of books and words in your child.
Dinosaurumpus!
Stomp! Make your own fossil.
Word Hunt
Build pre-reading skills with this scavenger hunt.
Book-Inspired Gift Kits
by Laura Johansen, Ellen Church
These presents are as fun to assemble as they are to receive!
Read With Panache
by Jessica Tom
Sharing a book with your child? Ham it up!
7 Tips for Encouraging Early Literacy
Encourage your child's literacy skills, well before he learns to read!
Alphabet Soup
by Risa Young
Scoop out the letters of your child's delicious name and match them up!
Book Factory
by Ellen Church
5 smart starter ideas for making homemade books

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