Books
Ask what, why and how while you read
Age range: 3–6 years
- Duration
- 10 min
- Location
- At home
- Category
- Books
- Type
- Activity
How to try it
Pause on a page and ask one open question, like what is happening, why do you think she is sad, or how will he get down. Wait, then follow what your child says.
Materials
- Picture book
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Why it matters
Open questions give your child practice at explaining what they see and think.
Benefit
Conversation
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