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Don’t Rush the Holidays – Enjoy Fall While You Can!

It’s that time of year again – the leaves are turning and beginning to float to the ground, the weather is getting chillier, and the holiday season is just around the corner. Fall is fully here! Instead of jumping straight into holiday mode, why not enjoy the season and wait until December to panic? Red Apple Reading has some fun fall activity recommendations that will help you relax with your family and enjoy the season while you still can. Make this fall season the best you and your family has ever experienced!

By Jennifer Campbell, ago

Reading With Your Older Child

When you think of reading with your child, what image does it evoke? Do you picture yourself rocking your toddler or preschooler and reading a book to them while pointing out all of the interesting pictures? Most of us do a pretty good job of reading to our very young children. After all, they cannot read for themselves yet. But why would you read to or with your older child? You may be surprised at the many benefits that come with sharing a book with your independent reader.

By Jennifer Campbell, ago

3 Effective Vocabulary Builders

It is interesting to watch our little one’s vocabulary change and evolve as they grow up. Their one word interactions gradually become simple sentences, and the next thing we know we are having conversations with them. In her article For the Love of Words, Susan Canizares writes, “Children who acquire a substantial vocabulary are often able to think more deeply, express themselves better, and learn new things more quickly. They are also very likely to be successful not only learning to read, but also in reading at or above grade level throughout their school years.” Since a good vocabulary is so critical, Red Apple Reading would like to offer some ways you can help build your child’s vocabulary.

By Jennifer Campbell, ago

Fun With Books!

Every now and then, it‘s a good idea to do a little thinking “outside of the box“. Maybe your little one has lost interest in reading or just refuses to try a different genre of book. Book swaps and book clubs are a perfect way to do something a bit unique in order to encourage your child to read and/or expand her interests. So let’s explore a couple of ways you and your kiddo can have some fun with books!

By Jennifer Campbell, ago

10 Great Bedtime Books

Like brushing teeth and putting on pajamas, reading should be included in your child‘s nighttime routine. After all, there is nothing quite like snuggling up together and opening a favorite book! If you’re looking for some titles that will help your kiddo have sweet dreams, Red Apple Reading has some bedtime book suggestions for you!

By Jennifer Campbell, ago

Where Has Polly Gone? Read and Learn Math Skills at the Same Time

I am unashamedly passionate about reading. I could list several reasons why reading is a crucial life skill. For instance, reading impacts success in other subjects. We like to separate history, science, language, and math into neat little categories; but really, so much of learning is interwoven. A great example of this interweaving of disciplines can be found in the new book, Where Has Polly Gone?

By Jennifer Campbell, ago