The Children’s School will host a workshop for parents of young children by renowned language and literacy specialist Dr. Lydia Soifer, “Tell Me a Story: Building Children’s Language Through Narrative.”
A language pathologist and literacy specialist with more than 45 years of experience in clinical and private practice as well as university teaching, Dr. Soifer is widely known for her expertise in helping families nurture strong communication and literacy skills from the earliest years.
Storytelling is far more than entertainment—it’s a powerful tool for developing language, emotional expression, and thinking skills. In this engaging and practical session, Dr. Soifer will explore how narrative ability takes shape in young children and share strategies parents can use to strengthen their child’s listening, recounting, and storytelling skills. She will also discuss how children’s stories can reveal their developing language competence, and when those narratives may suggest a need for additional support or challenge.
The workshop reflects The Children’s School’s deep commitment to early literacy. In every classroom, students experience a rich language environment—listening to stories, exploring books, and finding joy in self-expression. From discovering the shapes and sounds of letters to creating illustrated books of their own, children learn that language is both a tool and an art.
“Our students travel a remarkable arc of growth and confidence as they learn to listen, speak, read, and write,” says Maureen Murphy, Head of School. “A thoughtful approach to literacy allows children to step into the larger world of self-expression and knowledge.”
Dr. Soifer’s talk will take place on Wednesday, November 5, at 7:00pm at The Children’s School, 118 Scofieldtown Road, Stamford. To RSVP, please call 203.329.8815 or click this link:
Parenting Lecture Series: Dr. Lydia Soifer.
The Children’s School is an independent primary school serving children ages 3 to 8. Its program emphasizes curiosity, confidence, and compassion as the foundations of lifelong learning. For more information, visit www.childrensschool.org