Tag: literacy
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The Unmatched Joy of Watching Your Child Discover Reading
Get Pregnant Fast We’re cozied up in my 7-year-old son’s bed, his head nestled against my arm as I wrap it around his shoulders. He clutches one side of a Winnie the Pooh book while I hold the other. As he reads the final sentence aloud, he looks up at me, his face glowing with…
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11-Year-Old Boy Launches Book Club to Encourage Literacy Among Peers
Pre-teen Forms “Books N Bros” to Highlight Representation Get Pregnant Fast What should you do if you adore reading but find that the characters and authors don’t reflect your own identity? You could a) settle for books that don’t resonate with you or b) create your own reading list—after all, why not take control? Eleven-year-old…
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My 5-Year-Old Doesn’t Know His Letters — And That’s Totally Fine
Get Pregnant Fast “What letter is this?” I ask my newly turned 5-year-old, Max. He scrunches his nose in concentration. “E,” he replies with confidence before returning to his toys. “No, buddy, that’s a Z,” I gently correct. “It’s the last letter of the alphabet.” You’d think that would be a big deal. “Alright, Mom,”…
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Innovative Strategies to Instill a Passion for Reading in Your Children
Get Pregnant Fast There are few joys quite like curling up with a good book on a rainy day. As parents, we want our children to experience the same delight, and nurturing a love for reading is essential to that goal. A strong affinity for reading not only enhances academic success but also creates a…