Best Book Series for Young Readers
It’s never too early to introduce your little one to a series of books. Red Apple Reading has ten suggestions to get you started.
Can Dogs Help Children Read?
A study undertaken by researchers at Tuft University has shown that one new and effective way to encourage reading in children is by having them read to dogs!
Best Parental Control Software & Apps of 2019
Comparitech has exhaustively tested several of the top parental control software suites and apps on the market in 2019 and written a detailed guide to help.
5 Simply Superb Vocabulary Builders
Think you need to be a literacy expert to nurture vocabulary growth in your kiddo? Think again! In fact, if you are looking for exciting and innovating strategies to help build your child’s vocabulary, these tips may not be what you are expecting.
Bedtime Stories to Inspire Young Girls
Sleep Advisor created this list of empowering stories for young girls. There’s no better way to show your daughter or niece that she can do anything than by giving her strong role models. There are stories of real women from history, fictional stories that promote healthy self-esteem, and modern twists on classic fairy tales.
Raising Strong Readers
Slideshow from Harvard Graduate School of Education with strategies for parents and educators to encourage children to read – from kindergarten to high school.
Super Summer Reading Resources
For most of us summer break is well under way, and many of us are beginning to realize that our child’s reading routine is slipping away as quickly as the summer season. Parents know it takes some effort to avoid Read more…
10 Ways to Encourage Your Baby’s Language Skills
Your little one is undoubtedly the most special thing in your entire life, so why not learn a little more about just what they need from you? As well as feedings, diaper changes, and lots of cuddles, they also need plenty of mental stimulation to aid their development.
Having Fun with Phonics
What comes to mind when you think of phonics practice? Although it may sound boring, the truth is that phonics instruction can be a lot of fun! If you have an emerging reader in your home, now is the time to begin phonics practice.
Drawing Boosts Reading Skills in Children
Parents who are keen on honing their child’s reading skills should consider adding one new activity into their routine: drawing. A report presented at the International Conference on new Horizons in Education showed that drawing improved reading abilities and increased powers of observation. Researchers Read more…