When you talk, read, and sing with your child—even before she can use words—you’re building her brain and helping to prepare her for success in school and in life.

But it may not always be easy to talk to babies, especially when they can’t talk back. To help, we’ve pulled fun tips and resources grounded in the best science, to help you talk, read, and sing with your child every day.

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this month's newsletter

Saginaw July

Let's Talk About Music

Family Tips for Singing

Sing your favorite song to your baby

Newsletters

• Let's Talk About Dancing and Movement  
  (January Newsletter) FEATURED: How To Write A Lullaby video
  
  
• Let's Talk About Bedtime
  (February Newsletter) FEATURED: Books and Music
  
  
• Let's Talk About Shapes
  (March Newsletter) FEATURED: Scavenger Hunt and Free Apps
  
  
• Let's Talk About Weather
  (April Newsletter) FEATURED: Local Library and Park Activities
  
  
• Let's Talk About Books
  (May Newsletter) FEATURED: Readiness Skills for Kindergarten
  
  
• Let's Talk About Feelings
  (June Newsletter) FEATURED: Small Children have Big Feelings