February 04, 2017

Quote of the Week

"Books hold a magical appeal for children that goes far beyond the stories they contain." -- Dr. Marion Blank

How Stories Shape Children

"Scholars have found that stories have a strong influence on children’s understanding of cultural and gender roles. Stories do not just develop children’s literacy; they convey values, beliefs, attitudes, and social norms which, in turn, shape children’s perceptions of reality.

I found through my research that children learn how to behave, think, and act through the characters that they meet through stories.

So, how do stories shape children’s perspectives?" [read more]

Reading Corner

Title: What does it mean to be global?
By: Rana DiOrio
Ages: 4-8 years

"Can you say “hello” in nine languages? You can! Join children from around the world as they play, sing, and travel, trying all types of food and experiencing other traditions. Living respectfully and peacefully with one another, they celebrate diversity, see how their actions affect another person’s experience, and come to understand that being global means being a citizen of the world." - Publishers

Be the Change

This week pick one story book from any of the Kindful Kids Book recommendations. Can you go on a travel adventure with your child in a way that you have never been before? Look closely at the little observations and questions that children share when they read a book with a new perspective.