Play Skillfully
Welcome to Play Skillfully, a podcast from the author of the award-winning curriculum A Year of Playing Skillfully and parent favorite, The Homegrown Preschooler. Join Kathy Eggers as she shares the latest research on the role of play and provides practical ideas to assist you in cultivating wonder and connection with your children.
Kathy is the author of A Year of Playing Skillfully, A Summer of Playing Skillfully, The Homegrown Preschooler and 101 Easy, Wacky, Crazy Activities for Young Children.
Play Skillfully
The Magic of Read-Aloud: Nurturing Young Minds Through Stories
In this engaging conversation, Kathy Eggers and Keri Vasek discuss the profound impact of reading aloud to children. They explore the emotional and educational benefits, including building connections, enhancing language development, and fostering a love for stories. Practical tips for incorporating reading into daily routines are shared, along with insights on how to engage children during read-aloud sessions. The discussion emphasizes the importance of picture books and the transformative power of stories in shaping children's understanding of the world.
You can find Keri's Book, Kisses From Space at your local bookstore or online.
For more information, check out Kathy's book, The Homegrown Preschooler and curriculum, A Year of Playing Skillfully.
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