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Talk, Read, Sing!

Reading is an amazing way that children learn. Even for babies who don’t understand a word you’re saying! They focus on your voice. They hear new and different words. Eventually they can follow along with a story. Plus it is special time with you.
Reading helps children learn to: Talk – Concentrate – Listen – Think
Young mother with baby
Your baby’s brain is developing at an amazing speed—and you play an important role. Your love and attention stimulate your baby’s brain to grow and make connections. By reading, talking, and playing with your baby every day, you help your baby build the skills and understanding that will be the foundation for his or her success in life.

Reading

helps babies develop important language skills and learn sounds, speech patterns, and words.

Talking

to babies helps them learn to talk long before they say
their first words.

Playing

helps babies learn to solve problems, communicate, and
get along with others.

Singing

helps build security and confidence.

Best of all, these activities communicate your love. Reading, talking, and playing help build a strong relationship between you and your baby. Your smiles, laughter, and attention bring you closer together.
The payoff for this investment of your time and love is huge: children who read, talk, and play every day with their parents and caregivers are healthier, happier, and smarter—for life

How Your Baby Grows

Congratulations! You’re experiencing the joys of being a new parent! It is truly amazing how much your baby grows and develops during the first years of his life. What should you expect as a parent as your baby grows? Let’s find out…

Learn more about all of the stages your baby will go through from birth to age 5!  

Parenting can be challenging.
Sometimes, we all could use a little help…

Triple P – Positive Parenting Program offers practical ideas and strategies for common parenting concerns.

Learn More about what Triple P has to offer

How Your Baby Grows

Even More for Your Baby! Reading, talking and playing with your child everyday are important for his growth and development. Your baby’s health, a safe environment, and having high quality care are also extremely important.

Find other tools and resources for you and your baby.

First 5 California

Talk. Read. Sing. is a campaign of First 5 California

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