Overview
Parents: The First Teachers is a free bilingual programme run by the National Literacy Agency (NLA) Malta, in partnership with the Aqra Miegħi / Read with Me initiative. Designed for parents and caregivers of babies and toddlers aged 1–3. This short course offers parents/caregivers of babies and toddlers aged 1 till 3 years, practical tips to help their children develop linguistic and communication skills. Parents/caregivers attend together with their children and participate in interactive, language and literacy activities. Parents/caregivers are encouraged to implement these activities at home.
What you'll get
Practical tips to help the children develop linguistic and communication skills. Activities focus on storytelling, songs, and games that build vocabulary, listening skills and a love of reading from an early age.
Eligibility
This bilingual programme is intended for babies and toddlers from1 to 3 years and their parents/guardians.
How to apply
No formal application is required. Contact the NLA to find your nearest session location and schedule:
Tel: 2598 3335
Email: [email protected]
Facebook: facebook.com/readwithme.nla (weekly schedules posted here)
For the current week's schedule across all 50+ locations, visit the Aqra Miegħi / Read with Me Facebook page or contact the NLA directly.
National Literacy Agency (NLA)
National Literacy Centre, Ħamrun
Tel: 2598 3328
Email: [email protected]
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