The House in the Night
This simple story explores the light that makes a house a home in this bedtime book.
English
A Guide to Reading Aloud to Your Child
Read with fun in your voice.
Build vocabulary by focusing on and talking about new words.
Connect the story to your child's world.
Ask your child questions about the book and encourage them to ask questions.
Make reading part of your everyday routine.
When you read the words, whenever possible, act them out too!
Hold the book so your child can see the pictures.
Make the plot come alive by discussing the illustrations.
Reading Everywhere!
Make text come alive around your home by using a sticky note, index card, or extra piece of paper to label a house.
Hang the label on your front door and discuss the letters and their meaning with your child. Labeling helps children learn that letters come together to make words and creates a print rich environment in your home.
Pre-Reading Building Block
To identify the vocabulary that this book brings to life, go on a scavenger hunt with your child.
Find the following items:
Key
Light
Bed
Book
Bird
Stars
Moon
Sun
Let's Play
This book shows how a home changes when it is dark out. Find a dark spot in your home with your child. Use a flashlight to explore the space. Bring toys or use your hands to make shadows on the wall. Discuss with your child how they feel about being in the dark.
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