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Learning in Daily Routines

Learning happens all day long when you are talking to and interacting with children. It doesn’t always look like formal schooling with pencil and paper. 

Shared Reading & Home Language

When reading a book with your child, you can talk about the pictures that you see together. It is not necessary to read word for word or to know English to engage in a book together. Always encourage the use of home language when possible! Your child benefits from hearing you express yourself in your native language. Remember, science shows that children who have a strong foundation in their home language may learn the English language more easily.

Follow the Interest of Your Child(ren)

When choosing activities, follow or respond to the interests or preferred activities of your child.

Using Technology

Use a smartphone or table for interactive activities. Use features such as 'screen lock' to one application, limit how long an app is used, and silence notifications.

Screentime

It is recommended that children 3-5 years spend no more than 1 hour a day in front of a screen, and younger children, even less.

Learn more about technology guidelines for children by age using this fact sheet on screentime. And for children with special needs, this resource can help.

Social Equity

Whenever possible, incorporate into your daily conversations simple ideas about differences between children, families, and cultures. Simple questions such as “What is your eye color? What is my eye color?” may provide the opportunity to have a conversation about others' differences. Always encourage your child to be curious and respectful about her/his own and others’ culture, country, language, traditions, skin color, preferences, etc.