We are so pleased with the media coverage of our new study “Two Sides to Every Story.”
In this paper we show that preschool (EYFS) children struggle with learning words from storybooks that have too many illustrations — unless we help them out. We help them out by gesturing to the correct page so that we are literally on the same page.
Updating the news tab on this site with more stories and blogpost coverage is an ongoing effort, but you can read the original press release here.
The Bear Under The Stairs. Written and illustrated by: Helen Cooper. Published by: Penguin Books
Summary: William is scared of the bear that lives under the stairs. William feeds him, worries about him. And finally, tells mum about him… Together William and mum confront the bear under the stairs, and find out maybe there’s nothing to be afraid of.
Why it’s worth repeating: This lovely book, with dreamy illustrations is perfect for helping children discuss their own fears. Repeated readings also allow you and your child to spot the clues that there might not be a bear after all!
Things to talk about while you read:
Activities:
We recently learned from Prof. Bruce Hood that there’s a new (free!) tool available for parents and researchers to create their own books: OurBoox.
Although there are several books on the site that you can browse, you can create a book and keep it private for friends and family as long as you do not click the “publish” button (just send them the link to view the book).
You can read more about the history of the site here or read more through this eBook.
It appears to be a matter of personality. Find out more here.