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Another adorable reminder that learning does not begin in kindergarten. Talk to your baby. Read to your baby. You’ll be amazed what they are capable of.

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Laura Cowie3 years ago

I am astonished at how tiny my grandson was when he began to make vocalizations and intonations that clearly were patterned off our conversations. The lilt of language, the back and forth on conversing! Babies are primed to learn💖💖💖

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Power Homeschool2 years ago

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Janet Lyn3 years ago

Such a precious little one!!! And so expressive!💞 Every time I see a reminder of the importance of early childhood education and encouraging learning for babies+toddlers, it makes me even more grateful my Dad taught me to read and do math before kindergarten. Such a blessing!!

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Jean3 years ago

Absolutely 👏 Chat, read aloud and sing ❤

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MrsHackman3 years ago

Yes! Read, read, read, read and read!

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Quelía, EdD💥3 years ago

Yes. Definitely

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Dee3 years ago

That's great! I believe she is too old for that pacifier, though.

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Dan Wuori1 year ago

You aren’t just loving your child. You’re setting the example that teaches them how to love. The concept is on such vivid display in this video, shared to IG by mariaagrazia. Watch how dad’s playful and affectionate interactions translate to his daughter’s subsequent “caregiving” behaviors as she tends to her favorite baby doll. There’s little question: She’s dad’s little apprentice. And will continue to be. Young children are the world’s keenest observers, mimicking the behaviors and words of those they love and trust. It’s a huge responsibility. In our best moments and our worst, we are constant role models to our children. So be the one you want your child to reflect back into the world.

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Baby’s first geology lesson! Many of you have reached out to share this fantastic video from thejesstayls on TT, depicting a new grandfather as he lectures his grandson on volcanoes and tectonic plates. It’s not only a surefire smile, but a great opportunity to answer a question I often receive about whether it’s okay (and/or beneficial) to talk or read to your baby about ANY topic of interest (no matter how far removed from traditional “baby talk”). My answer is a qualified yes. As newborns enter the world (and as they grow), exposure to rich and varied vocabulary is pure benefit. So talk, talk, talk… read, read, read. Share your interests. Narrate your day. Reenact the contents of your junk mail! My only caveat here is to never underestimate the extent to which your baby is soaking up your language like a sponge. Receptive vocabulary (that which we comprehend) is a precursor to expressive (or spoken) language… and begins early. As babies approach 6-9 months they are already associating meaning with some spoken words… which is a gentle reminder that it’s best to be thoughtful about what content you are exposing them to. My general rule of thumb is to never assume your baby is too young to begin absorbing the content of your language. While you won’t find me sharing it, the internet is chock full of videos of toddlers unleashing strings of profanity and other inappropriate content to which they’ve been exposed in their environments. And ask just about any parent and they’ll likely have a story about something their toddler has repeated unexpectedly. Generally in public. At precisely the wrong time. Perhaps the best guidance here is to share complex language and content liberally, but take heed of any content you’d be uncomfortable having your toddler repeating to others. Babies are always watching and listening. It’s their job! Well done, Pop-Pop!

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