In the Small, Small Pond

If your child has a hard time sitting for story books, instead of having a power struggle, start with short books with a few words per page. LCCAA Head Start recommends Denise Fleming’s In the Small, Small Pond

Find books that are silly and will make them laugh or books that have an interactive element like finding something hidden, counting or motions to imitate. The more kids discover that books can be fun, the more likely they will be to sit still and listen. Gradually, they will be ready for longer books.

Try reading In the Small, Small Pond together and talk about one or two words that are new to your child.