No matter how your family approaches reading at home, children develop literacy skills and learn best in a reader-friendly environment. Nurturing your child’s love for reading can positively affect their emotional, cognitive, and mental development. One way to foster healthy reading habits in your home is to create an inviting, cozy reading nook—also known as […]
If your kids regularly use tablets and smartphones, you might as well make some of their screen time educational. In today’s digital-savvy culture, there are many ways to harness the potential of online learning and the wealth of information at your child’s fingertips. One way many parents are doing this is through the use of […]
Young readers can experience a wide range of motivation levels. Some kids love reading and begin to devour all the print they can get their hands on; others might struggle through each new sentence; and everything in between. One way to strengthen readers’ interest and enthusiasm toward books is through interactive support in a positive […]
To foster a love of storytime and reading in your child, reading aloud is extremely helpful. Reading one-on-one, with multiple children, or with the entire family creates special memories and centers positive attitudes around books. Even if you already know reading aloud is important, it can be hard to know what to read with your […]
Reading comprehension is one of the most important skills in literacy development. In fact, comprehension—being able to actively understand and remember what is read—is the ultimate goal of reading. When children are learning to read, it can take time to develop strong comprehension. Every child learns essential skills at their own pace. If your child […]
When your child is learning how to read, it’s an exciting and rewarding time. As parents, we all want to see our children grow into literate, successful individuals—both academically and as human beings. But for some children, learning to read isn’t the most empowering or life-changing experience. Some kids really struggle. In that case, what […]
When kids are learning to read, the books they explore play a role in shaping their skills and attitudes toward reading. Books also impact literacy development: texts must be appropriate for a child’s age, interests, and stage of reading development. It’s important to choose beginning reader books for your child that support their literacy journey […]
Dyslexia is a type of Specific Learning Disorder (SLD) that can cause difficulties with reading, writing, and spelling. As the most common learning disability, it’s estimated that nearly 20% of the population may have dyslexia at varying levels of severity, even if they aren’t diagnosed. While dyslexia is a learning disorder, there are effective instructional […]
Literacy—the ability to read, write, and utilize language—begins developing early in life. Infants naturally respond to oral expression and language around them. Babies learn to communicate verbally and eventually say their first words by repeating what they hear. Toddlers start using words, forming sentences, building a vocabulary, and recognizing the importance of print in their […]
