Although all kids are taught to read in school, not all of them actually enjoy reading. However, many studies support the idea that reading often and for fun can help improve children’s academic performance in all subjects. Reading has shown to help improve language skills such as writing and speaking, critical thinking skills, and even … Read more
Taking action to make sure that your child can read is one of the best things a parent can do to prepare them for the future. However, many aren’t sure exactly how to help a child read. This is where our blog about reading comes in, helping parents to have the resources and skills they … Read more
By first grade, your child is already learning so much and reading so much! Their reading skills are improving and advancing day after day. In order to maintain their reading skills and for them to continue improving, it is important to find effective ways to help your first grader read independently and actually enjoy reading … Read more
Reading is taught throughout elementary school. In the early years, the curriculum is focused on decoding, which is understanding the sounds that letters make and knowing how to blend them all together to create words. But reading curriculum begins to shift away from decoding and toward reading comprehension in 3rd grade. Many children—even those who … Read more
Seeing your child finally be able to read on their own can feel like a big accomplishment for both your child and yourself. By 2nd grade, your child is ready to move on from reading mostly picture books to full on chapter books! However, making that transition can be daunting for new readers, but there … Read more
School for many children has gone virtual. This means that many kids are spending at least five hours staring at a screen, whether it’s for a virtual class or to do homework. Parents of children who need a little extra help in reading may be eyeing all their options for enrichment, and reading apps could … Read more