Technology is part of the daily routine for children. The wired world interweaves in the classroom and at home. Laptops are used in school for many assignments, and smartphones are both communication hubs and a means of entertainment. Unfortunately, the prevalence of digital devices leaves kids staring at screens constantly. While parents may try to … Read more
Children may struggle to read when they are early in the elementary years or even when they hit later grades (before middle school). No matter what age or grade level that a parent begins to notice their child struggling, the reaction may be the same: how can parents help? Reading apps can help children practice … Read more
Parents might not know that their child is struggling to comprehend what they are reading. While some parents might have noticed that their child couldn’t retell the story or answer questions that go beyond the surface of the story, other parents might be floored to discover that their child is reading below grade level. There … Read more
In kindergarten, many children are learning to read. Children will typically need to master a list of sight words by the end of the year, and they also will sound out blends and read short stories or books. Some school districts might use reading programs that help children advance at their own speed. Kindergarteners’ reading … Read more
The importance of strong reading skills cannot be overstated. Reading skills are not just crucial for a child’s academic success, but also for their personal development and professional success throughout their lives. Sadly, many children struggle to develop strong reading skills in elementary school. In the past, parents often found it difficult to get their … Read more
With only a few days remaining to purchase last-minute gifts for kids, parents may be looking for a few extra items for stockings or to place under the tree. Maybe the must-have requests were sold out or simply out of the budget. Or perhaps parents spent a little more on one child than the other … Read more