Why teach your baby?

To teach or not to teach - that's the question
most parents have.

There are plenty of critics of early learning out there, many of them with valid points to make. Some have written books on the subject; others may be members of your family. We'd like to address their concerns here.

More on the arguments for and against early learning at the BrillKids Blog.

More articles at BrillBaby.com

Baby Teaching Basics

Once you've done your research on the pros and cons of teaching babies and have decided to give it a go, the next decision is almost as difficult; how do I teach my baby?

The early learning market is growing, with many experts telling you that their approach is the best method to go about teaching babies. The truth is, there is no golden method, because each family and each child is different.

Learn about the Fundamentals of Teaching Babies

Need proof? Watch these videos of reading babies!

	At just 12 months, Felicity can be seen gesturing to indicate the meanings of words, as well as pronouncing words intelligibly.   Soon after her second birthday, Felicity also shows a love for reading - as captured by her emphatic statement to her father: "I want to read it (book) myself!" Watch the video.
	This video shows Naimah reading at 16 months using the Little Reader learning system.   Naimah shows she understands the words' meanings through several signs of American Sign Language as well as simple gestures. Watch the video.
	This video shows Kael at 2.5 years old having fun with his mom while learning with Little Reader.   He even teaches his little brothers right at the end as he enjoys teaching other babies to read, too! Watch the video.

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Teaching Your Baby to Read	Teaching Your Baby Math	Teaching with Little Reader	Teaching with Little Math

Free teaching materials from BrillKids

Flash card printouts	Infant stimulation cards	PowerPoint slideshows
Children's eBooks	Activity Sheets

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Started 10 days ago and boy, is it ever worth the money. Little Reader is so complete and I'm waiting to buy the music and Spanish ones also. More... Scott, Wyatt's dad

With only a few minutes each day, the amount of knowledge that he obtains is amazing. More importantly, he enjoys the process of learning with Little Reader. More... Marta, Mom of Eaton (Big Island, Hawaii)

Little Reader has provided me with the opportunity to spend much more time with my little girl, whilst providing me with the most amazing learning tool! More... Sarah (Johannesburg, South Africa)

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