Words are Here, There and Everywhere

Words are Here, There and Everywhere

To kids, words are the most precious data. Every conversation a child has fosters brain development. And words are the foundation for a child’s school readiness and future success.

That's why we created Words Are Here, There, and Everywhere, in partnership with Sesame Street®. These resources provide a variety of activities to help spark conversation and develop young children’s vocabulary, building on their natural curiosity around math, science and the arts.

For Parents & Caregivers

Our Family Guide

This guide offers strategies for using everyday moments to grow your child's vocabulary while building on their natural curiosity.

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On-The-Go Activity Cards

These cards were designed to build on your child's natural curiosity to grow vocabulary. You can use them anytime, anywhere!

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Family Activity Cards

These word cards - each focusing on a different place - are designed for you and your child to use in everyday settings and situations, building on your child's natural curiosity.

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"Word Tree" Activity

Cut out these words to put on your word tree. Read them aloud with your child and use them in your daily conversations.

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Reading Tips

The more you read to your child, the more prepared for school they’ll be. Quick but effective reading tips for parents.

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Podcasts

A rich bank of vocabulary lays a strong foundation for language and literacy skills… setting children up for school success. And opportunities to “collect words” and build a love of reading and storytelling really are everywhere!

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For Educators

Educator Guide

This unique guide offers tips and activities for developing science, the arts, and math vocabulary by adding to what you are already doing.

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Digital Storybooks

Interact with digital storybooks featuring Elmo and his Sesame Street friends to make learning new words fun.

Word Play Storybooks

Interact with digital storybooks featuring Elmo and his Sesame Street friends to make learning new words fun.

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Reading Adventures Storybooks

Interact with digital storybooks featuring Elmo and his Sesame Street friends to make learning new words fun.

Explore Reading Adventures Storybooks