Category: promoting literacy

New Personalized Numbers Book in the I See Do You See? Educational Series

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Personalized Counting Book

Knowing your numbers is important, especially for kids who are still building their intellectual toolboxes. Numbers are essential for math, of course, but they are also one of the basic building blocks of basic communication which can help when you are trying to offer information or receive it.

Among learning their colors and letters, numbers are one of the basics when it comes to childhood education and our newest personalized book can help kids learn their digits in a fun and personal way. With I See Do You See? Numbers your child can embark on a thrilling adventure with their furry friend Fifel to find numbers using animal recognition.

Books are incredibly interactive and versatile tools for learning, so introducing children to books as early on as possible is essential. Literacy is essential to learning, especially since there is so much knowledge in books.  I See Do You See? Numbers is a personalized book that sets your child at the center of their own adventure – learning numbers 1 through 10 has not been more exciting! By incorporating literacy and other visual cues such as animal recognition, kids are bolstering their brain power in many different ways, and it is all happening in a creative and imaginative way.

I See Do You See? Numbers

Personalized books also add another interesting element to the mix. If your child happens to be a reluctant reader, seeing their name in print or hearing it when read aloud may help to spark their interest. Books are highly interactive, but for a lot of children they may not pose enough initial interest  and may see the endeavor as a lot of work, especially if they do not quite know how to read or cannot read very well. Encouraging kids to read through a more personal avenue, may make them more likely to pick up a book and dive into it on their own. Self-actualization is important for some kids – if they get the idea that something is possible and imagine themselves accomplishing it, they are more likely to try and learn how to get better at it until they can actually achieve it.

Encourage your kids to learn their numbers by setting them on an adventure with Fifel in “I See Do You See? Numbers.”

For our other books in the “I See Do You See? Series check out our alphabets personalized book starring your child and Fifel in an alphabet adventure.

Happy New Year!!

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We wanted to thank you our followers for a wonderful year and we are honored to be on this journey with you in 2015!

What’s in store for 2015 you say?  Well, we will be having many new personalized products in store for 2015, giveaways, promotions, you name it.  We got a calendar year full of FUN! We encourage you to share our blog with your friends and family.

Here at KD Novelties we are all about educating our readers and customers with literacy knowledge as well as promoting our personalized literary books to encourage reading in the next generation.  We hope you will continue to follow us on this journey.

From our family to yours may you have a healthy, prosperous and joyous 2015!

KD Novelties personalizing books and gifts for over 10 years!

10 Things Kids Want Their Parents To Do With Them

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Parent and child quality time is vital to every kid’s development and self-worth. It helps build character, builds a personal relationship between child and parent and helps kids form lasting and meaningful relationships with others as they grow older. There are countless benefits to this quality time and even kids know how important it can be. When kids tell their parents what they want from them, it does well to listen. Chances are it will benefit and enrich both child and parent in ways beyond measure.
Reading with kids

1.     Read to me! Reading is a wonderful way to spend personal time with children. Sharing this pastime helps kids develop an interest in and a love for reading, which can drastically help their academic success and promote a lifelong love of learning. Sharing a book together creates special memories that both parent and child will cherish forever. Personalized books from KD Novelties, can help create more unique reading memories and unique experiences to share with one another.

2.     Tuck me in at night and tell me stories! Sending kids off to bed with a proper goodnight is very personal and helps build an intimate relationship that will help kids as they grow older by helping them create meaningful relationships. Not only that, but it will help parents and children have meaningful relationships together that will last. Telling kids stories about when their parents were young gives them an idea of their parents childhood and will help bring them closer through these special personal moments shared.
3.     Play more often! Playing with kids and allowing them to play more can actually help their creativity and individuality. Giving their imagination exercise helps them develop key skills and by parents playing along with them, gives them an opportunity to teach them valuable lessons, in a fun atmosphere, while creating memories together.
4.     Spend more time with me, not just with my other brothers and sisters! Spending quality time with kids should be an individual experience. While it is still important to spend time as a family, spending time with each child individually helps develop their self worth and their unique sense of self. It also shows them that their parents care about who they are, what they like, and what makes them a special individual.
5.     Talk to me at dinner! Kids really benefit from conversation. Asking them about their day and hearing about their parents’ days help them feel like part of the family, and not just a kid. This also helps them develop confidence in their thoughts and feelings knowing that they are valued.
6.     Give me hugs and kisses more often! Showing affection regularly shows kids that they are loved and valued. Plus it always feels nice to know that someone cares, at any age.

Hugging makes kids feel special

7.     Discipline me when I need it! It may sound odd, but disciplining children when it is deserved shows that their parents care about their actions and decisions. This active role teaches kids about consequence and gives their fast developing lives more meaning and value. Give them reasons for the discipline and especially because you care. They won’t like it in the beginning but will be very thankful in the end.
8.     Share some of my favorite things with me! When parents spend time watching their children’s favorite shows, listening to their favorite music, and reading their favorite books with them, kids feel that their opinions are valued. It is also a great way to spend some quality time and grow close, getting to know what one another likes and dislikes.
9.     Leave me notes! Leaving personal messages in lunch bags or in their pockets when kids go off to school or daycare remind them that they are being thought of and that someone loves them.
10.  Take care of me and make sure I am healthy! Feeding kids healthy foods and being mindful of their health and well-being not only shows them that their parents care but it also helps them learn to take care of themselves as they grow older.

Teaching children valuable lessons while also building a strong personal bond with them will not only help them develop, but will enrich both parties involved. We urge you to listen to what your kids are saying and keep these pointers in mind.