8. Ways for Parents to Support Learning
Go to the library.
Read stories daily.
Go to the park or explore your backyard.
Do simple cooking projects with your child.
Give your child opportunities to help you at home.
Play with your child.
Limit TV and video games.
Teach your child to take good care of toys and put them away.
Encourage good health habits (washing hands with soap, proper use of tissue, brushing teeth, etc.).
Eat healthy foods.
Schedule an appropriate bedtime.
Invite a friend to play.
Display your child’s work.
Listen to and talk with your child.
Provide writing materials (crayons, markers, pencils, paper, and cards).
Show your child how you write to create lists and notes.
Encourage exploration of different art media (e.g. paint, Play-Doh, tissue paper, construction paper, glue, scissors).
Attend parent education opportunities