Summer Support for Early Years Readiness
The Benefits of Summer Reading
Did you know that 21 minutes of reading outside of school each day = over 1.8 million words read per year? Exposure to information, ideas, and vocabulary are the obvious benefits to developing a reading routine outside of school, and especially this summer. In the summer, routines and structure may be lacking, but carving out a specific time every day for reading should be one constant!
Other benefits of reading consistently this summer include improved stamina (concentration and focus for increasingly longer periods of time), stress reduction, brain exercise, access to new knowledge and information, and increased ability to empathize with others. If students do not read over the summer, they can experience the “summer slide” (read about this at the link below).
A Bear's guide to beekeeping by Pip Cornell
Are you a bear considering keeping your very own bees? Can't get
enough of delicious honey? Then this is the book for you! With
invaluable tips such as how to make a tiny crown for your queen bee,
you can become a master beekeeper in no time! Learn how to care for
your new buzzy friends in easy-to-follow steps - but don't forget to
absolutely never hug the bees!
Bizzy Bear breakdown truck by Benji Davies
When the Rabbit family's car breaks down, who do they call? Bizzy
Bear, of course! Little readers will love to use the chunky mechanisms
to help him drive his breakdown truck, check the car's engine and get
the family safely home! An engaging little story with loads of details
to spot and chat about.
Cinderella illustrated by Jan Lewis
Cinderella's fairy godmother makes it possible for the poor young girl
to attend a royal ball - but the magic will only last until midnight. An
easy board book version of Cinderella for young children.
Humpty Dumpty, from the perspective of Humpty Dumpty ; Humpty Dumpty, from the perspective of the king's men by Christopher Harbo
Color illustrations and simple text of the original "Humpty Dumpty"
nursery rhyme, along with a fractured version from the perspective of
the king's men.
Lion Lessons by John Agee
‘It's not easy getting your Lion Diploma.' So Jon Agee's little narrator
begins his hilarious description of the crash course he took on
becoming an honorary lion. At first he doesn't score high, but when it
comes to rescuing an endangered neighbourhood cat, the lion in him is
unleashed! Good read aloud. Try out sound effects and learn to be a
lion in this funny story.
Luli and the language of tea by Andrea Wang
Though they may speak different languages, kids from all over the world
come together to enjoy the shared pastime of tea in this delicious book
for young readers. When five-year-old Luli joins her new English as a
Second Language class, the playroom is quiet. Luli can't speak English,
neither can anyone else. That's when she has a brilliant idea to host a
tea party and bring them all together.
Mary had a little lamb illustrated by Marina Aizen
An illustrated version of the nineteenth century nursery rhyme about
Mary and her lamb with die-cut holes on each page showing the lambs
at play.
Mooncat and me by Lydia Corry
A story about moving to a new place and making new friends. A fresh,
contemporary picture book about a young girl's anxiety at
moving to a busy city and starting a new school, and the power of her
imaginary friend, a giant white cat, to boost her confidence.
Saving the butterfly by Helen Cooper
In this powerful story of empathy, resilience, and the universal need for
home and safety, a young refugee must find the courage to venture
outside to set a beautiful butterfly free after her brother brings it in
from the outside.
Ten little dogs by Ruth Brown
An adorable count-down book by household name, Ruth Brown that
uses a fun rhyming pattern and appealing artwork to introduce
concepts of counting and subtraction to very young children.
Winter babies by Kathryn O. Galbraith
It is winter in the park, and as snow sparkles babies run and glide, while
puppies sniff and rabbits hop.
Social & Emotional recommendations provided by Jimmy Baldwin our Wellness Director who can be reached at : jbaldwin@marymount.fr
We are here to support your child’s transition to school !
If you have any questions or concerns about Early Years readiness, please contact our Early Years Team Leader, Mrs. Mary Laverty: mlaverty@marymount.fr, and our School Principal, Mr. Eoghan Beardmore: ebeardmore@marymount.fr.
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