Many people wrongly believe that children don’t start reading until they reach the first grade or higher. And while, in some cases, this may be true, children can definitely start reading or at least learning to read before this stage, and they definitely should. To set your child up for a successful future, start teaching … Read more
Being able to sound out a word is only one part of learning how to read. Understanding the context of what’s being read is one of the most critical components of the entire process. If your child seems to be struggling with reading comprehension and critical thinking exercises, there are a few steps you can … Read more
Learning to read is a major milestone in every child’s life. But eventually, every child must shift from “learning to read” to “reading to learn.” Making this shift is incredibly difficult if your child does not have strong reading comprehension skills. Fortunately, it is possible for parents to help their kids develop the skills they … Read more
The summer is a special time that many kids anticipate for months in advance. It’s the idea of freedom, sunshine, adventures, and all the exciting things that could be happening soon. But, when you are homeschooling, your activities need to grab their attention. So, it helps if you have a fun way to introduce homeschool … Read more
Reading well and reading at an early age are both tied to greater educational success in children. As such, many parents want to get a jumpstart on teaching their children how to read. But, unless these parents are professional teachers, they’re often at a loss as to how to make that happen. Thankfully, though, you … Read more
So, you’ve been spending more time than usual inside with the littles. It’s only natural to be worried about things like screen time and exercise, especially with such limited access to outdoor and public spaces. But, their mobile devices can be used for more than games and videos. Did you know that you could help … Read more