West Central MN Talking is Teaching

12/03/2023

Tip: This holiday season, talk with your little ones about why you appreciate each other! “I like how you always make me laugh! What do you like most about your brother?”

09/27/2023

Here's your reminder to read aloud with your child for at least 15 minutes today! (📸: Gerri MA.)

09/01/2023

It is all about being truly present!

08/23/2023

Start early sharing books with babies!

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07/12/2023

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06/05/2023

It’s so important to teach your little ones to love who they are and to have acceptance for all of those around them. Use our Talking is Teaching books and video recommendations to talk with your child about what makes us unique: https://bit.ly/3P41rhh

05/23/2023

When your little one shares her artwork with you, you can encourage her creativity while also having a great conversation! You can ask questions like, “Tell me about your art!”, “How did you do that?” and “How do you feel about what you made?”

05/19/2023

Art is all about imagination and creativity! Encourage your child’s imagination by turning a simple cardboard box into a boat or a car with just tape and a marker! For more ideas on ways to encourage imagination at home, read ’s Indoor Activities Toolkit:

Learning begins at birth! When you talk, read, and sing with your child—even before she can use words—you’re building her brain and helping to prepare her for success in school and in life.

05/14/2023

Celebrate Mother's Day by reading a good book with your children

From the classic Are You My Mother? to the fun My Monster Mama Loves Me So, here are stories about the special connection between a mother and her child.

05/05/2023

Enjoy this short story for children about Cinco de Mayo

"Cinco de Mayo, or the Fifth of May, honors an important battle fought by the Mexican army in 1862. On this day, people celebrate with Mexican food, music, a...

05/02/2023

Celebrate Children's Book Week May 3-9th by reading a book and painting a picture! Mouse Paint is a great book for your little one.

04/25/2023

There are so many beautiful and unique examples of art across the world! Explore the diversity of art with your little one by reading books together on how people around the world create art. Check out some great children’s books on art here: https://bit.ly/3aSmkGW