by Erin | May 22, 2019 | Reading
It is always amazing to me the things that come out of kid’s mouths. There was even a show at one point about the crazy things kids say. Even though kid’s comments may seem off-the-wall sometimes, what they are saying gives us insights into what they are thinking....
by Erin | May 6, 2019 | Word Study and Spelling
Seven Principles of Teaching Your Child About How Words Work Teaching your child to read can be very complex and even a little confusing. Some children learn to read very easily, while others have a more challenging time. Many parents have asked me if there...
by Erin | Apr 10, 2019 | Adventures, Reading
Trips to the library are an awesome way to explore new books and encourage more reading. Here are my top tips for making these trips even more successful.
by Erin | Mar 28, 2019 | Adolescent Readers, Early Reading, Reading, Strategies
Kids are naturally drawn to nonfiction books but sometimes reading them can be tricky for kids. Read on to learn about some of my favorite reading strategies to help kids understand nonfiction texts better. This post may contain affiliate links that earn me a small...
by Erin | Mar 26, 2019 | Adolescent Readers, Early Reading, Reading, Strategies
It is important to teach our kids to be thoughtful about the information and stories they read. Each time you read something you bring your personal experiences, thoughts, and beliefs to understand the text. This can make your reading experience very different from...