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Week 3

Dear Imagine That! Parent:

We are surrounded by sounds, but are we listening to them?

Most people are born with the ability to hear, but listening is a learned skill. In active listening, we make a decision to pay attention and not speak or make sounds. Practicing active listening provides lifelong benefits. It’s necessary for following directions at home and at school.

And at this age, active listening is so exciting because your preschooler is developing the ability to notice subtle differences of sound, such as listening to many different styles of drums, and naming that style of drum—something he wasn’t ready to do as a toddler.

So this week, take time together to “put on your listening ears” and discover all the wonderful sounds around you.

Happy Listening!