If you’re a parent of a toddler, you’ve probably experienced it: that moment when your little one goes from perfectly content to full-blown meltdown mode in what seems like milliseconds. One minute they’re happily playing, and the next, they’re on the floor screaming because you gave them the blue cup instead of the red one….
Let’s be honest – as a busy mom, finding time to read with your toddler can feel like trying to squeeze water from a stone. Between diaper changes, meal prep, tantrums, and the endless cycle of picking up toys, the idea of sitting down for a peaceful reading session might seem like a luxury you…
The scene plays out in homes everywhere: you’re trying to encourage reading, but your toddler keeps reaching for your tablet instead of the beautiful picture books you’ve carefully selected. Or maybe it’s the opposite – they show zero interest in the educational apps you’ve downloaded but will happily flip through the same board book fifty…
If you’ve ever tried reading to a toddler, you know it can feel like trying to hold water in your hands. One minute they’re engaged, pointing at pictures and giggling at silly characters, and the next they’re climbing over you to reach for a completely different book. Sound familiar? Here’s the thing – toddler story…
“My toddler can’t sit still for anything!” Sound familiar? You’re definitely not alone. I hear this from parents constantly, usually followed by concerns about whether their child might have attention issues or if they’re somehow failing at creating engaging reading experiences. Here’s what might surprise you: your toddler’s attention span isn’t necessarily the problem. The…
Can a 5-year-old read and truly understand what the words on the page in front of them mean? What should you do if your 5-year-old isn’t interested in reading by this time? Five-year-olds can read if they’re encouraged to do so at a very young age. To encourage your child to read by age 5,…
