Snuggle Stories-Early Literacy Programme for Parents and Guardians
Session 1: Parents as natural teachers The home environment is packed with learning opportunities Provided by Waterford and Wexford ETB
Session 2: Reading to your baby Bonding with your child with books from birth onwards Provided by Waterford and Wexford ETB
Session 3: Rhythms & rhymes Simple sing-a-long songs and music which everyone can enjoy Provided by Waterford and Wexford ETB
Session 4: Communicating with your child Visit from Speech & Language therapist
Session 5: Playful learning Introducing Story Sacks which aid learning & enjoyment of books Provided by Waterford and Wexford ETB
Session 6: Technology and children For short periods there are some great learning options available online Visit from Waterford Wexford Education & Training Board representative / Progression opportunities after Snuggle Stories Provided by Waterford and Wexford ETB
Session 7:
(to be confirmed) Lift the Lip Visit from HSE Public Health Nurse on promoting good oral health
Session 8: Linking in with the local library Parent & child excursion to the local library to explore the books & resources available free in the local library Provided by Waterford and Wexford ETB
No previous education required
Age Requirements
Please see course details for minimum age requirements.
For further information on Learner Profile please refer to relevant section of the Programme Descriptor.
Learning Aptitude
Willingness to learn
Previous Experience
No previous experience required
| Module | Award | Body |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction To Key Skills | – | – |
At the end of this course, you will be able to:
Use new skills in in one or more areas of:
• Reading
• Writing
• Spelling and handwriting
• Maths
• Computers and other technology
You’ll also be able to:
• Decide what you need to work on in the next course or class you go on to.
• Judge what kind of teaching helps you the most. This might help you decide what
you want to do next.
• Work in a group with other adults who are there for the same reasons as you.
• Put into practice what you have learned so that you can be more confident in
everyday new situations.