Books

Sing the words of a book

Age range: 1–3 years

Duration
10 min
Location
At home
Category
Books
Type
Activity

How to try it

Pick a short picture book with a rhythm and sing the words to a tune you know, like Twinkle Twinkle. Slow down on each page and let your toddler hum, clap, or sing a word along with you.

Materials

  • Picture book
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Why it matters

Singing stretches the sounds in words and makes them easier for your toddler to notice and copy.

Benefit

Rhymes and sounds

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