Your Child's First Teacher Is You

It's easy--and fun--to prepare your child for kindergarten...and for a successful future!Many parents assume their child's education starts at kindergarten, but it actually begins the moment you hold your baby in your arms. During the first three years of a child's life, their brain is developing at lightning speed--and by age five, their brain has developed 90% of its capacity. Don't panic! As your child's very first teacher, you have the power to prepare him or her for a lifetime of confidence and success. Showing your child affection, comforting them, playing with them, singing and reading to them during their early years--this is exactly what they need to build strong, healthy brains. Your Child's First Teacher Is You is short, easy to follow, and filled with fun ideas and simple steps to help you feel more confident. It also offers tons of helpful, supportive resources. This guide provides: - Simple, instinctive ways to make your baby healthier and smarter - What to expect at each age of your child's development - Fun, inexpensive activities to do with your child at each age and stage - Easy ways to nurture the skills your child will need in schoolWhy? Because early experiences matter. And it all begins with you--your child's first teacher!