"REACHING FAMILIES" Title1 Early Childhood Education Program  Manchester, NH School District

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The First Years Last Forever "As parents and caregivers, we know important it is to provide loving,predictable, and stimulating environments for our children from the time they are born.  But many of us don't realize how important all this is to a child's eventual success in school.  When you hold young children and read to them, the emotional closeness and language experiences that your provide are an important part of preparing them to learn when they are old enough for school.  It is the foundation for their education. Babies build their literacy skills by hearing lots of words, so talk to your children, right from birth.  Look in their eyes, listen to their coos and babbles, and engage them in "conversations".  Sing them nursery rhymes and silly songs.  Make up stories for them. And whenever you can, hold them close and share a book with them.  Let them feel your love for reading...and your love for them.  The first years last forever." Rob Reiner

Ready, Set, Read!  Reading Readiness Starts Now!
As a parent or caregiver, you are the most important person in a child's life.  You have the ability to help your child get a good start at being a successful learner.  There are many ways you can help you child develop skills they will need for reading and writing long before they start school. And what's more, helping your child learn can bring you and your child closer together.

Here are 10 important guidlines to help parents and caregivers promote literacy in young children.
1  Talk and sing with your child
2   Read to your child every day
3  Provide materials that prepare your child for writing
4  Limit television viewing and watch appropriate shows woth your child
5  Provide opportunities for play and exploration
6  Be a role model by showing your love for reading
7  Visit your public library or bookstores
8  Give your child a healthy start
9  Select quality childcare
10  Instill a life-long love of reading
 

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December 2000!

Dear Families,

We would like to take this opportunity to wish you and your families a very joyous holiday season and a happy new year filled with joy, peace and happiness.

We have also enclosed 4 flyers make you aware of some exciting things being offered for you and your families by our Title 1 preschool program.  Hereís whatís happening (see flyers for details):

Do you speak Spanish?  Si la respuesta es Si ... esta es una invitacion especial para Vd.  Venga a oir de leer con su hijo y muchas ideas sobre los libros para ninos ... martes en la manana ... el 5 de diciembre ... 9:30 - 11:00AM

Parenting Series on Child Development Topics ... Attend one session or all.  December 5, 13, January 5, 16 ... 10:00 - 11:30AM ... Parent Information Center... 51 Manchester St.

ìHow to Bring Out the Best Behaviors in Your Childrenî ... Child expert Charlie Applestein will give you great advice and ideas for improving behavior ... Jan 18th ... Choose from 2 sessions 9:30- 11:00AM OR 6:30 - 8:00PM ... Donít miss it ... Refreshments ... Call Sheila TODAY to sign up at 665-6897!

Check out all of the exciting things happening at the Manchester Community Resource Center this winter ... Thereís something for everyone, so take advantage.  All programs are free of charge for our preschool families!

As always, we encourage you to call with any questions, suggestions, or concerns at 665-6897.  Thank you for your support.

With warm regards,
Sheila Brisson & Kathy Erskine
 
 

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