Reading is a vital part of literacy development. Here are 6 ways to become a reading family. Have a designated reading area. It needs comfy places to sit, good lighting, freedom from electronics (unless you are using an e-reader) and bookshelves or crates of books close by. Those books may be owned favorites, borrowed from… Read More »
A couple of interesting reading facts to consider: 71% of parents feel reading is a vital skill, yet only 31% of kids read for fun 5-7 day each week. While we teach kids to walk, talk and eat and practice sports, we seldom get involved in helping them learn their letters and numbers. (If you… Read More »
In this hectic world, it’s time to think about our shared concerns for children and youth. Here are a few of my ideas: We should strive to make children important in our daily lives. We need to keep communications open and as positive as possible. We need to engage children in thinking and learning beyond… Read More »
It’s almost summer break for many schools. Time to think about how to keep kids engaged and learning while away from school. Reading is the easiest activity to keep as a focus. If you have a home library or if you join a public library reading program you can 1. Encourage your kids to read… Read More »
It’s a busy world and, those everyday contacts you make might be overlooked as a source of interest and information. To know, you need to stop and think as you move through your day. Every one has a story and something of interest to share. We need to ask and listen to learn, assuming there… Read More »