Betty Bardige

Betty Bardige, Ed.D. is a developmental psychologist, author, and advocate who is passionate about supporting young children's language and literacy. She currently chairs the board of the Brazelton Touchpoints Foundation and consults with several other local, state, and national efforts designed to promote school readiness, emotional resilience, and a love of words. She loves to partner with librarians, and offers teaching an online course entitled "Talk to Me, Baby: Supporting Young Children's Language Development." Dr. Bardige's books include:

• Building Literacy with Love: A Guide for Parents and Caregivers of Children Birth through Age 5

• Poems to Learn to Read By: Building Literacy with Love

• Talk to Me, Baby!: How You Can Support Young Children's Language Development

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