TaleHopLearning through stories
Why children remember what they hear in a story, and three simple ways to use stories to teach new words.
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Children remember a word better when they meet it inside a story they care about.
Put the new word in the hero’s mouth
Let the main character use the word, then ask your child what it means.
Ask “what happens next?”
Stopping before the last page invites your child to predict, and to use the new words to do it.
Frequently asked questions
At what age can I start?
As soon as your child enjoys listening. Short picture stories work from about two years old.
How often should we read?
A few minutes every day helps more than one long session a week.