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Home Support, Reading

Free At Home Parent’s Guide for Supporting Student Reading

Parents often want to help their children develop reading skills, but they’re not quite sure how to do it. They can be unsure where to even start. Today, I’m going to share 6 ways parents can help their children become stronger readers. I’m also going to share a free, printable guide you can send home with parents as well. Read…

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Why and How to Use Reader’s Theater in Your Classroom

Reader’s theater is always a hit with students, but it also has many reading benefits. Anything that kids love and that also works on important reading skills, is always a great choice for instructional practice. Here are the reasons why you should use reader’s theater in your classroom and how to make it work. What is Reader’s Theater? First, let’s…

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Children’s Books the World Needs Right Now

Readers are leaders. This simple phrase is one of my favorites. It’s also something my students and own children probably get sick of hearing, but it’s the truth. In our classrooms, and in our homes, it’s important that we’re providing the children in our lives with quality books. That why, when Ethicool Books reached out and offered to send me…

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Math, Misc., Reading, Writing

25+ Simple Home Learning Activities for Pre-K to First Grade

Keeping kids busy at home can be challenging, especially if you want to ensure that they’re continuing to learn as well. Here are some simple activities that you can do at home with your little ones. Hands on Alphabet Ideas If you’d like to practice the alphabet with your little ones, you can easily use items around your house like…

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