The Learning Triangle
Young children learn by interacting with the people and objects around
them. To learn, they need to experience things again and again. They need to play,
to manipulate, to group and repeat.
To get the most from the TV you and your children watch, create a Ready To Learn
Learning Triangle. Our Learning Triangle is:
Storybooks + TV that teaches + Activities
These components are all related to one theme or skill. The Learning Triangle can follow any order, at any
time! The following are examples of ways to make a Learning Triangle at home:
Theme: Dreams
| Read |
How Do Dinosaurs Say Goodnight By: Jane Yolen and Mark Teague |
| View |
Sesame Street episode about Elmo's favorite dream--where chickens dance! |
| Do |
Discuss dreams with your child. How did different dreams make him or her feel? |
Theme: Healthy Eating
| Read |
How Are You Peeling? Foods with Moods By: Saxton Freymann and Joost Elffers |
| View |
A Barney and Friends segment that includes the song "Have a Snack" |
| Do |
Visit the grocery store and purchase fruits and vegetables. Create a nutritious meal together! |
All Vegas PBS Ready To Learn workshops follow the Learning Triangle format. Attendees of workshops are provided resources and examples
of how to create Learning Triangles at home. |
