Princeton Public Schools (PPS) announced that it was changing the way the district taught literacy. PPS plans to move to a reading curriculum that adheres to the Orton-Gillingham (OG) approach to reading instruction. This curriculum change is significant in that OG is an approach that is used to help children who struggle with reading and … Read more
The scream to bring back the science of reading is growing louder among educators. The Oregonian via Oregon Live reported that reading proficiency stats in the state are concerning—61 percent of students in fourth grade and more than half (54 percent) of those in seventh grade are not reading at a proficient level. Like many … Read more
A New Zealand study that surveyed 6,000 children found that children who read for fun also are more likely to be involved in sports and other activities, too. Unfortunately, not all children in the U.S. like to read for fun. Literacy might be taught differently across the globe, and some school districts in the U.S. … Read more
Children who are fluent in English and another language (perhaps their native language) can learn to read fluently in both languages. If children are struggling with reading in dual languages, parents can help them practice reading strategies at home. Here are five reading tips for bilingual children that can help them read fluently and proficiently … Read more
Reading challenges aren’t just associated with summer programs. Children can participate in reading challenges throughout the year. Parents can create reading challenges for children at home to help motivate children to stay interested in books and keep reading. While some libraries could offer a winter reading challenge, parents don’t have to rely on libraries to … Read more
Some children can’t wait to open their book and find out where the next chapter takes the journey. Others might have trouble reading or they might not have discovered a book that has resonated with them. While not everyone loves to read, even those who dislike reading may find themselves getting lost in a book. … Read more
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