Why simply read a book when you can live it?
Some children are perfectly content to pass through a book once, then put it aside and move on to the next title.
Gifted children, however, often prefer to experience their reading material on a broader, multi-sensory level, becoming a part of the story, expanding it even, rather than settling for being a mere observer.
There are a myriad of ways to do this. You can practice making one - or all - of your favorite Little House recipes.
You could role-play your way into Hogwarts.
Learn to play the melodies mastered by The Trumpet of the Swan, or sign language as expressed by Helen Keller.
New York City kids are particularly fortunate in that so much classic children's literature takes place in their hometown, allowing numerous opportunities for exploring favorite books through a multitude of senses. Even better, these opportunities are very low cost or even free!
Click on the links below to peruse the possibilities of:
Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing
The Attack of the Frozen Woodchucks
Plus two titles that may not take place in New York City, but are represented within Manhattan just the same: Secret Garden and Captains Courageous.
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