As parents, we want our children to grow up to be happy and successful, and will often go to great lengths, not to mention hefty expenses, to ensure this bright future. We can get so caught up in making decisions about the best schools or the right extracurricular activities that we often forget that the foundation of our child’s future starts at home, in our laps with an open book. The following is a list for parents of smart kids highlighting six great reasons for parents to keep reading with their children- even after they are old enough to read on their own.
Reading Tips From A Phenomenal Teacher
October 30, 2011 By Leave a Comment
One major tip I would give parents would be to encourage your children to read, read, read! It is not as simple as merely “telling” them to pick up a book and read- but aid them in developing their love for reading! Children need to understand that reading is not only for informational purposes, but can also be out of pure enjoyment!
There are many ways this can be accomplished:
Summer Writing Prompts for Kids
June 25, 2011 By Leave a Comment
There has been great emphasis placed on the importance of daily reading with your kids. The importance of writing, however, often takes a backseat. In addition to many other benefits, practice in writing helps children build their reading skills. Make sure your kids keep writing – especially during the summer break. Here are some writing prompts to avoid the writing “summer slide”.
- If you could design your own car, what kind of car would you design?
- What is your favorite movie? Why?
- If you could create your own cartoon character, what kind of character would you create?
- Would you like to visit outer space? Why or why not?
- What do you like best about your room?
- If you could have one of these powers: ability to fly, phenomenal strength or invisibility, which you choose? Why? [Read more...]
Handwriting Help
April 10, 2011 By 1 Comment
School districts across the nation are focusing less (or not at all) on handwriting instruction. Without proper instruction, children are left to develop bad handwriting habits, including holding the pencil incorrectly and improper letter formation. Even though children may not receive formal handwriting instruction, they will still be expected to produce neatly written work. Struggling writers may begin to dislike writing entirely if they feel their classmates’ writing is much better than theirs or if they are constantly corrected about their bad writing habits.
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