• 1.

  Signs to show children pet names and where to store toys and personal items honor home languages and encourage literacy. Ask for assistance from a family member if you are unsure about a language.

• 2.

  Use capital- and lower-case letters appropriately.

• 3.

  As children use labeled items, occasionally point out the word(s) and ask them to read the label.

• 4.

  Make labels with large, colorful index cards, or cut cards with Crayola® Scissors from recycled file folders or poster board.

• 5.

  With Crayola® Washable Markers, write the names of items in your play area. Ask an adult to write a word for you to copy if you aren't sure. Make cards for things that interest you, such as your cubbies, art supply containers, shelves, and the names of p

• 6.

  Decorate the cards with Crayola® Glitter Glue. Dry overnight.

Standards

• Letters, Numbers & Words
• Reading Pictures
• Vocabulary
• Physical: Eye - Hand Coordination
• Physical: Small Muscles
• Social & Emotional: Flexibility
• Thinking: Observing