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The fall is such a fun time for learning opportunities for kids! Teaching about apples in September is so much fun and lends itself to some great books, literacy activities and our annual field trip to the apple orchard! I've found that no matter what the child's age,...
"What does the author want me to know?" Finding the main idea is the key in understanding what you read. Yes, it's just an answer to a simple question, "What does the author want me to know?" However, understanding the main idea and then supporting that with details...
READING IS THINKING. It is so important for children to start with a strong foundation in reading to set them up for success. So many times I've seen children (and adults) that default to sounding out an unknown word. Yes, that is a strategy but not the ONLY strategy...
By the time children are at least one year of age, they are showing interest in different things. It's amazing the difference in what Caroline is drawn to at one year of age as opposed to what Coleman loved at that age. Allowing their interests to guide their reading...
"You're off to great place, today is your day, your mountain is waiting, so get on your way!" - Dr. Seuss Back to school is always an exciting time. I remember my very first day of teaching back in 2009. I was the first person in the building, besides our custodian...
Read about how we use audiobooks on our daily walks to boost the kid’s comprehension, vocabulary and language development!
Children with greater access to books and other print materials express more enjoyment of books, reading, and academics. Children’s Access to Print Material and Education Related Outcomes When we were looking for our new home, something that was VERY important was a...
“The greatest gift our parents ever gave us was each other.” – Unknown With Caroline's first birthday just days away, I've caught myself reflecting on this time last year. I was so nervous about Coleman adjusting to life with a sibling (READ: our universe was no...
Book drive donation sites. Thank you to everyone hosting a box and for all your donations!
Read about how you can help children who have lost access to books with the closure of schools and libraries today!
There are so many wonderful children’s books that teach your kids how to take care of our planet and environment. Read about our favorite books and what we did to celebrate Earth Day!
One of the most powerful ways that children develop literacy and language is through uninterrupted play. One of my favorite things to do (I loved this as a teacher, too) is to pair books with play. Read about how books provide a spring board for imagination while developing their literacy and language skills today!