Description
Snuggle up for story time magic with Mother’s Lap in the UAE! This Arabic treasure follows Noora, an adorable Emirati girl, as she discovers the whole world waiting inside a book right from her mother’s lap. It’s more than just reading; it’s about nurturing that beautiful mother-child bond and sparking early literacy through a familiar, heartwarming cultural story.
Written by Dr. Grce Chami-Sather, this book is backed by serious expertise. The author, an educational psychologist from the UAE University, crafted this story to gently promote the importance of mothers reading to their young children. It’s a wonderful feature that subtly brings awareness to scaffolding children’s development, setting them up for success.
FAQ:
Q: What specific educational concept does the author attempt to bring awareness to?
A: The zone of proximal development.
Q: What was the author's specific professional role at the UAE University?
A: She was a professor and educational psychologist.
Q: What is the story based on?
A: A reading center established in Al Ain, a city in the United Arab Emirates.
