Maddi looks at books

Two year old Maddi looks at a book with dad. They are comfortable on the sofa together, Maddi is relaxed and makes jokes with Dad.

Good for looking at

• Early literacy
• Communication
• Language
• Conversations
• Jokes
• Parents
• Dads

 

Two year old Maddi looks at a book with dad. They are comfortable on the sofa together, Maddi is relaxed and makes jokes with Dad.

Notice

• What cues can you see that shows what Maddi is interested in? (Look out for non-verbal and body language as well as spoken language)
• How is Maddi learning? Which areas of development, engagement and characteristics of learning can you observe?
• In what ways is Dad supporting Maddi’s learning?

Reflect

What are your thoughts about:

• The value of this type of interaction for Maddi?
• The role of the adult in this interaction – how did Dad support Maddi?

Respond

What would you do to:

• Support Maddi’s development of his language skills?
• Extend Maddi’s learning – e.g. using her interests to develop her understanding further?
• Model reading skills for young children and show how useful they are?

What next:

• Do you need to encourage more of this kind of interaction for all of the children in your setting
• Do you need to make changes to make spaces inviting for sharing books together?
• Do you know enough about the value of allowing children to share books in a relaxed warm environment? How do you manage this in your setting?