Lorraine Reggin – The Conversation

It is not just the number of words that children hear that is important — the quality of the language children hear also matters. (Shutterstock)

September 6, 2022

How caregivers can help build children’s emerging language skills

Audrey-Ann Deneault, University of Calgary; Lorraine Reggin, University of Calgary; Penny Pexman, University of Calgary; Sheri Madigan, University of Calgary, and Susan Graham, University of Calgary

Given the clear importance of language skills for lifelong outcomes, it is critical to set children up early for language success.

During warm summer months, playing outside allows children and parents the chance to marvel at the natural world. (Shutterstock)

July 13, 2020

8 summer activities to promote kids’ healthy development during COVID‑19

Penny Pexman, University of Calgary; Lorraine Reggin, University of Calgary, and Sheri Madigan, University of Calgary

Playful activities that involve choice, active engagement and moments of delight are what children need this summer during the pandemic.

Reading books with your child means children learn to connect reading with feelings of warmth and sharing. (Shutterstock)

September 18, 2019

Parents play a key role in fostering children’s love of reading

Lorraine Reggin, University of Calgary; Penny Pexman, University of Calgary; Sheri Madigan, University of Calgary, and Susan Graham, University of Calgary

Early experiences sharing and developing positive connections, language and communication set the stage for home reading to start children on the path to literacy.

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