Read to Your Baby Every Day: Volume 1
Stitched Storytime Series
What’s inside...
This delightful book is a collection of thirty classic nursery rhymes, paired with hand-embroidered illustrations by Chloe Giordano. Designed to be read aloud, it provides an excellent opportunity for parents and caregivers to bond with their little ones while fostering a love for reading. The rhymes include favorites such as 'Hey, Diddle Diddle', 'Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star', and 'Humpty Dumpty', among others. This treasury not only helps babies make sense of the world through the sound of their parents' voices but also serves as a calming and useful tool for early development.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
0-13
Length
64 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What was your favorite part of the story we read today?
Which character would you like to be friends with and why?
How do you think the bunny felt when he found his way home?
What would you do if you were in the same situation as the little duck?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive voice tones to match different characters and scenarios, making the story come alive for your child.
Point out and describe illustrations to connect visuals with the text, enhancing comprehension.
Ask your child to predict what might happen next in the story, boosting their imagination and anticipation.
Relate the story's events or characters to your child's own experiences to deepen their understanding and empathy.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of empathy
Explanation: Through gentle storytelling, the book showcases characters expressing kindness and understanding towards each other, demonstrating empathy in action.
Real-World Application: Children learn to recognize emotions in others and respond compassionately, fostering better relationships and emotional intelligence.
Example Lesson: Value of patience
Explanation: The narratives often involve characters who wait their turn or quietly work toward a goal, subtly teaching the value of patience.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply this by managing their impulses in situations like waiting in line or taking turns in games at school or home.
Example Lesson: Joy of reading
Explanation: Stories within the book are framed in a way that highlights the pleasure and knowledge gained from reading, portraying it as a delightful, enriching activity.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to seek out books and read more often, seeing it as a fun and beneficial habit.
Example Lesson: Strength in cooperation
Explanation: Characters in the book often solve problems or overcome obstacles by working together, illustrating the effectiveness of cooperation.
Real-World Application: Kids learn to collaborate with others to achieve common goals in school projects or family tasks.
Example Lesson: Resilience through challenges
Explanation: The book introduces characters facing difficulties, but through perseverance, they succeed, showing resilience.
Real-World Application: Teaches children to stay determined and keep trying even when they face challenges in their own lives.