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🎧 Board Books as Tools (and Toys!)
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Hey Reader, There is a type of children’s book that we haven’t really talked much about here in almost twelve years of Read-Aloud Revival. But it’s one that almost anyone who has spent time with babies knows well: board books. Board books are how so many of our kids meet stories and books for the first time. They’re often the first books babies and littles can really get their hands (and mouths!) on, giving them the chance to touch the pictures and turn the pages all by themselves. So today, we’re going to do a bit of a deep dive on board books, and I couldn’t think of a better person to join me for this than bestselling author and illustrator Tabitha Paige. Tabitha is a speech language pathologist as well as a creator of absolutely stunning board books, and in this episode she shares all about what they can do for our littlest readers as well as what to look for when choosing board books. In this episode, you’ll hear:
Listen to the episode: Why Board Books Are Important Tools (and Toys!) with Tabitha Paige You can also watch the episode on YouTube right here. xo, Sarah Mackenzie |
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