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As a parent, the anticipation of your child starting kindergarten can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. One common concern many parents have is about the kindergarten screening process. What if my child doesn’t do well? Can she fail her kindergarten screening? Let’s explore what kindergarten screening is, what it evaluates, and how you can best…
Spelling tests are a waste of time and do not make kids better spellers. Teachers give weekly spelling tests for a lot of reasons, but they are not the best use of a child’s word study time. They might talk about teaching study habits or they might like the routine of lessons that simplify their…
Do They Count as Real Reading? When I started teaching in the classroom – in what we’ll call the Early 21st Century – one of my sixth graders was obsessed with the Babymouse books. I tried and tried to steer her to other parts of the library, but every week she ended up with Babymouse….
Help Your Child Learn to Read Early literacy is crucial for children’s academic success and lifelong learning. Parents play a pivotal role in fostering these skills. This guide offers practical early literacy tips to help parents support their children’s journey to becoming proficient readers. 1. Create a Reading-Friendly Environment 2. Encourage Active Reading 3. Use…
Creating a Positive Homework Environment Creating an user-friendly homework station is crucial for students of all ages. A well-organized and comfortable space can significantly improve focus, productivity, and the overall homework experience. Here, we will explore various homework station ideas that can help in establishing a conducive learning environment at home. Should You Have a…
Beyond ‘Look It Up’ Helping children – especially those who are dyslexic or struggling readers – understand and learn new words is crucial. Often, parents and teachers suggest that students “go look it up” in a dictionary when they encounter unfamiliar words. While this advice might seem helpful, it’s often ineffective for struggling readers. In…