No matter what holiday you celebrate this month, December is often filled with special traditions. And although our celebrations are smaller this year, we still have wonderful ways to help make them special for our young children - and the exploration of food this month is no exception. So, Let's Talk About Food! Our theme this month explores how we can engage our young children in early literacy techniques by making, playing, and exploring the topic of food! We encourage you to check out the December themed bundle and join us for the upcoming events! (Please note our virtual events are most applicable for parents and caregivers of children from birth to 5 years of age, primarily. Some content is also useful with early elementary children.)
Let's Talk About Food Virtual Parent Skill-building Session
Wednesday, December 16 from 1:30-2:00pm.
Parents and caregivers are invited to explore the theme, Let's Talk About FOOD, and offer ideas and strategies to help grow our children's young brains! The meeting will take place on Zoom and last 30 minutes. All you will need is a device to join the meeting, a relaxing spot, and your favorite snack or beverage. A $50 gift card will be raffled during the session. Click here to sign up and we will email you the zoom meeting link.
Let's Talk About Food Virtual Playgroup
Thursday, December 17th at 10:00am-10:30am.
Bring your little ones and together we will read a story, do some fun interactive activities, and talk about ideas for ways you can talk, read and sing with your little one at home. The playgroup will take place on Zoom and last from 10:00 to 10:30. All participants will be entered into a raffle to win a $50 Gift Card! Click here to fill out the form and we will email you the zoom meeting link.
Let's Talk About Play Virtual Playgroup
Thursday, January 7th 10:00-10:30am
Come explore this month's theme: Let's Talk About Play! This event is designed for families with children ages 0-5. We will read a story, sing songs, and do some fun interactive activities together. Following the playgroup, all families will receive a bag that includes a book, Talking is Teaching materials, and ideas for talking, reading & singing with your little ones at home!
Click here to sign up.
The Kalamazoo County Talking is Teaching Campaign continues to seek opportunities to help spread the message of the importance of TALKING, SINGING, and READING each day to young children, knowing the powerful impact it has on early brain and literacy development. If you would like to incorporate Talking is Teaching messaging, materials, and resources into your work with children and families, please don't hesitate to reach out to Jen Stroven, Campaign Manager, at jen.stroven@kresa.org. Virtual staff and volunteer trainings are available for scheduling.