9 Tips to Teach a Child to Read: Fun and Easy Methods
If you’re wondering how to teach a child to read, then you’re in the right place. Follow these nine easy and fun tips!
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8 Fun and Easy Ways to Teach Kids About Friendship
Tips on helping your toddler learn to make friends, share, and grow socially from our learning experts.
30 Engaging Games to Make Learning Shapes Fun for Kids
Help kids learn shapes with easy and engaging activities from our experts!
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At Begin, we understand that each age has its own set of milestones.
That’s why we’ve curated expert tips and resources tailored to your child’s unique needs
FREE Printables
Print, play, and learn! These screen-free activities include everything from crafts and games to learning worksheets—perfect for sparking creativity and building skills any time of day.
Independent Play Spark Cards (Ages 5-6+)
These independent play cards for kids spark creativity, movement, and imagination—plus blank cards to add your own playful ideas!
Summertime Yoga Poses (Ages 2-6+)
This summertime yoga activity for kids builds body awareness, focus, and imagination—plus a printable to design your own pose!
Super Sock Sort Activity + Certificate (Ages 2-5)
This sock sorting activity for kids builds early math skills like matching and counting—plus a printable certificate to celebrate!
The Begin Approach
Meet the 5 C’s at the heart of our research-backed approach, designed to help kids thrive in school and life.
How It Begins
All about the 5 C’s and milestones that matter
The Begin Approach
Discover the 6Cs at the heart of the Begin Approach: Collaboration, Communication, Content, Creativity & Curiosity, Critical Thinking, and Confidence.
What Are Sight Words? | A Helpful Guide for Parents
Learn what sight words are and their importance. Get strategies to teach them to your child, as well as fun activities to reinforce these essential words.
First Day Of Kindergarten: What To Expect & Tips For Parents
Expect for you and your child on their first day of kindergarten and get practical tips on how to prepare for this big milestone.
Begin with 15
Bite-sized learning in 15 minutes or less
9 Science Activities for Preschoolers in 15 Minutes or Less
These simple science activities for preschool will help your child learn more about the world around them. Each one takes 15 minutes or less to complete.
Critical Thinking Activities for Kids: 5 Quick & Fun Challenges
Critical thinking activities help kids develop essential problem-solving skills. Get 5 you can do quickly from the learning experts at Begin.
Design Your Dream Home in Just 30 Minutes Using Our Printable
The sky’s the limit when your imagination builds a home! Boost creativity with this fun printable from Begin.
Podcast: Let’s Begin
 A fresh perspective on raising kids (and ourselves) in today’s world
Ep. 110 Parenting Without Panic
Dr. Kathy Hirsh-Pasek and her son, EGOT winning Composer and Lyricist, Benj Pasek have a playful yet profound conversation on raising curious, creative kids.
Ep. 109: Parenting: Past, Present, and Ever
In a multi-generational conversation with Jenna’s own mother, Lauren, and daughter, Ever, this episode explores the landscape of parenting in the past, present, and future.
Ep. 108: Stop Overthinking. Start Parenting.
Washington Post Columnist, Author, and Parenting Coach Meghan Leahy tackles a truth many parents don’t know they’re wrestling with: too much advice can actually make us worse at parenting.
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Your questions, our answers, all in one place
What Are the Effective Methods for Disciplining My Toddler?
Building character isn’t so much about how to discipline your toddler, but how to teach them the behavior you want. Learn how with Dr. Jody.
Should My 2-Year-Old Know Her Letters and Numbers Yet?
2-year-olds may start to learn some letters and numbers, but don’t worry if they don’t know them yet. Find out why with our Chief Learning Officer, Dr. Jody.
When to Introduce Chores for Kids: Age-Appropriate Tasks
Age-appropriate chores help kids develop Character, Critical Thinking, and more. Learn how from Begin’s Chief Learning Officer, Dr. Jody.
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