1. Keep it Fun– If your little ones are anything like mine, they LOVE to play! Utilize everyday activities and turn them into teachable moments (i.e. coloring, cleaning, or Family games).
2. Make It Relatable– Toddlers see the world as their own; make words that they hear on their favorite cartoons or YouTube channels and turn them into sight words. Slowly but surely, they’ll learn to recognize and read them!
3. Spend Family Time– Toddlers rarely care what you’re doing as long as you’re doing it together. Learning time should be interactive and include the entire Family if possible… What better way to “kill two birds with one stone” than to spend an hour a day counting, coloring, or reading with your little one(s).
4. Be Consistent– Although toddlers are absorbent, teaching them to read, write, and count will take time and dedication. Set aside a designated time to sit with your toddlers and implement each of the tips outlined above!