Elementary Parent Literacy News
December 2017
Talk It Up!
Are you looking for ways to encourage conversation with your child? When trying to encourage dialogue, try asking leading questions like "What do you think of...?" or "Why do you think that happened?" Encourage elaboration when possible. This not only helps develop speaking and language skills but also promotes vocabulary.
Oral Language: Expanding Your Child's Vocabulary
The Family Dinner Project: Conversation Starters for All Ages
5 Classic Conversation Games to Play With Kids
How Much Does Your Child Read?
How Do I Get My 20 Minutes of Reading?
Coming Soon....Holiday Bingo!
Completed bingo cards can be returned to your child's teacher when they return to school in January.
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Literacy Website
Additional literacy information for parents can be found at https://sites.google.com/a/teachers.pasd.us/palmyraliteracy/. This website can also be accessed from the district website (district-wide information – curriculum).