Talk, Play, and Read With Me
The Interactive Activity Book for
Enhancing Your Child’s Communication
There’s nothing more magical than interacting with a child…
… especially when you know you’re encouraging them to say their first true words. Starting as early as birth, you can begin to talk, play, and read with your child and become actively involved in the initial stages of communication. Talk, Play, And Read With Me will not only guide you, but provide you and your child with many stimulating activities and games that are developmentally appropriate and designed to help enhance your child’s speech and language skills.
An Interactive
Activity Book for Infants
There are many interactive activities for infants (e.g., Making Sounds, Tubby Time, Playful Reading), toddlers (e.g., Sorting Fun, Picnic Time, My Fun Box), and preschoolers (e.g., Listen Up, Story Telling, Searching for Shapes). These fun-filled learning games can be played when you and your child have a few extra minutes during daily routines, playtime, or story time. You can also use this book when you are on the move, so make sure you carry it wherever you go.
Naturally learn and develop
Although children acquire language at a different rate due to individual differences, your child will naturally learn and develop various communication skills from birth to age five. Talking and listening to your child is the most positive way to reinforce your child’s communication skills.
Get your child ready for school long before their first day
Early communication between you and your child is essential and begins at birth. It’s important to know how to get your child ready for school long before their first ride on a school bus. This book will provide you with creative ideas to help enhance your child’s language skills during the early years.
Make Sounds Together
Get a head of the learning curve with your infant by teaching and creating sounds together.
Create Active Listening Skills
Create a strong base for listening and active engagement from your child early.
Have Fun With Games & Interactive Activities
Hands-on activities to enhance a child’s language skills.
Easy Daily Routine Changes For Increased Engagement
Did you know everyday moments and regular daily routines can be opportunities to nurtureyour child’s speech and language development and allow you to share special bonding moments together? Are you looking for a fun way to connect with your child? Put down the devices and pick up a Talk, Play, and Read book. These books will not only help children acquire variouscommunication skills, but bonding will naturally take place between a parent and child duringthe early years and beyond.
Daily routines provide excellent opportunities for you and your child to engage in conversation!
Experience Special Bonding Moments
Would you like your daily interactions with your child to be less frustrating and moremeaningful and heartwarming? Do you want easy access to evidence-based strategies and engaging interactive activitiesdesigned to enhance your child’s communication skills?
This book will provide you with stimulating activities and games that are developmentally appropriate as well as offering you and your child opportunities to experience special bonding moments together.
Better Well-Being For Your Child
Studies have shown that a parent’s involvement has a positive and direct impact on a child’s well-being in remarkable and crucial ways. Mothers & Fathers also play an essential role in their child’s language development and can enhance their child’s communication skills during the infant, toddler, and preschool years.
Talk, Play, and Read With Me FAQ
What inspired Jo Ann Gramlich to write her books?
Talk, Play, And Read was inspired by Jo Ann’s personal passion for helping children learn and achieve. Her goal is to provide parents, caregivers, and educators with practical hands-on tools to support children’s language development during the early years.
What books has Jo Ann Gramlich authored?
Jo Ann is the award-winning author of Talk, Play, And Read with Me Mommy and Talk, Play, And Read With Me Daddy, both interactive activity books. She also authored Talk, Play, And Read With Me Mommy Interactive eBook, designed for iPad users.
Who are the books intended for?
Jo Ann’s books are designed for parents, caregivers, and educators who are looking for developmentally appropriate activities and games to enhance children’s language skills. The books are easy to follow and grounded in neuroscience studies on brain development in young children.
What is the main message of the Talk, Play, And Read series?
The main message is simple: talk, play, and read with your child every day. Jo Ann’s books simplify complex neuroscience studies into clear, actionable advice that anyone can understand and implement to support a child’s early language development.
What types of activities are included in the books?
The books include a variety of stimulating activities and games that are developmentally appropriate. These activities help enhance children’s language skills through engaging and interactive play.
How does Jo Ann Gramlich contribute to early language development outside of her books?
Jo Ann presents and speaks at parent and educator trainings, group workshops, conferences, organizational and community events, and online virtual events both in the USA and internationally. She also writes blog articles based on evidence-based research, all focused on supporting children’s language development.
How can I access the interactive eBook?
The Talk, Play, And Read With Me Mommy Interactive eBook is available for iPad users, providing a digital option for those who prefer a colorful, animated, and interactive reading experience. It is available on iTunes.
Why is early intervention important for language development?
Early intervention is crucial as it helps address any potential language development issues at a stage when a child’s brain is most adaptable. We know there is a strong connection between language development, reading, and academic success. Jo Ann’s work aims to raise awareness and provide practical tools to support early language development, which is foundational for future learning and communication skills.
If you have more questions or are interested in purchasing the books, please visit Jo Ann’s website or contact us directly!