Try to read books with your child every day, even if it is only for a short time. Books can become a source of comfort and are a great way to wind down, share cuddle time and make the transition to bedtime or a nap. But don’t just rely on books; employ reading moments throughout the day. Here are five ways to increase and enhance your toddler’s reading experiences: 1. Point to the Picture....
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Guest Post by Barbara Jolie My brother and I couldn't have been greater opposites growing up. I was a calm, mild-mannered child who always got along with my classmates and teachers, while my older brother was a bully to fellow students, mouthy to his teachers, constantly getting in fights and getting notes sent home from his teachers. But somehow, with the help of key teachers and my mother, my brother turned a corner and we...
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Just read your article on retention. My son is a kindergartener this year and is performing below grade level. His birthday is 3/28, so he has turned 6. We have decided based on emotional maturity and his academic performance to retain him. Here’s the problem… He is a very anxious little guy. He is very attached to his friends and he is having a very hard time now that the realization hit him that he...
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Guest Post by Story Snoops The Hunger Games Author: Suzanne Collins Book review written by StorySnoops.com Sometime in the future, after the destruction of what used to be the United States, a new country is formed. This country has a Capitol that exerts brutal control over its twelve districts. To keep the districts from rebelling, the Capitol has created an annual event called the Hunger Games. In the games, one boy and one girl (called Tributes) are...
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A great way to keep your child interested in reading over the summer is to start a book club. It can be as simple or as elaborate as you choose. Parents should read the book selections first and outline some thoughtful questions that the kids can discuss. For younger readers questions should be simpler: Who? What? Where? Problem/Solution. Older readers can be motivated by open ended questions to discuss what motivates a character, and their...
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