Make it a Sensory Rich Experience

Add Multi-Sensory Enhancements 

Braille: Overlays or embossed

Tactile: Use real objects that match the concepts. Add raised lines, textured paper, felt, raffia, foil, sequins, vinyl, feathers, flowers, leaves, fabrics, faux fur, etc. 

Audio: Make silly noises and sound effects. Incorporate sound buttons. 

Smells: Real foods, scratch and sniff scents or markers, candles, spices, scented oils. 

Movement and Action: Act out parts of the story. 

When I created these books, I intentionally chose realistic images of objects commonly found around the home or school. Encourage your child to play, engage in conversation, move, and interact with the objects while actively discovering the meaning behind each concept.  

Creating a sensory-rich experience for your child will enable them to make real-life connections, which in turn will support conceptual understanding. Children must gain prior knowledge of a concept through personal experience before they can recognize that concept portrayed in a book.