Media Center

Matt Villasana - Media Specialist
mvillasana@cpsk12.org

Marion Timmerman - Media Instructional Aide and Clerk
mtimmerman@cpsk12.org

For Parents

The DBRL Kids Lists are great ways to get ideas.

Talk to your infant and toddler to aid in their language development. Describe objects during play and daily activities to build their vocabulary, which sets a strong foundation for school.
Begin reading to your baby or child daily from six months old onwards. Reading together fosters bonding and familiarity with words, crucial for learning.
Incorporate sounds, songs, gestures, and rhymes to expose your baby to language. Human interaction is key; avoid relying on television for language exposure.
Highlight printed words in your surroundings and engage in active listening with your child.
Bring children's books and writing materials when out to keep your child entertained and engaged during travels and appointments.
Establish a quiet, designated area at home for reading, writing, and drawing, ensuring easy access to books and reading materials.
Demonstrate the importance of reading by setting an example through your own reading habits.
Limit TV time and prioritize cuddling and reading with your child for numerous benefits, including readiness for school success.

Make reading a daily activity with children.
Point out words while reading to teach left-to-right directionality.
Repeat favorite books to reinforce learning.
Explore rhyming and repetitive stories, encouraging the child's participation.
Discuss new words and engage in conversations about the story and pictures.
Read from various genres of children's literature to expose them to different styles and topics.