Literacy
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Why Students Struggle with Reading Comprehension
Reading comprehension is the ability to mentally process written words and deduce what they mean, integrating this new knowledge with past knowledge. It’s not ... -
Reading Intervention: Strategies to Help Students Catch Up
Learning to read is different for every kid. Some kids enjoy reading, so they do it often and learn quickly. However, other students struggle ... -
The 3 Keys to Successful Reading Intervention
According to a study performed by the NAEP, 32% of 4th graders were performing below “Basic” levels of reading, along with 24% of 8th ... -
Using Children’s Books to Effectively Support Social and Emotional Learning
To a child, books can be an effective tool to teach them about certain scenarios. When kids are told an interesting story with a ... -
Including The Family In Children’s Literacy Education
According to Reading Is Fundamental, 93 million adults in the U.S. read at or below the basic level needed to contribute successfully to society; ... -
Using Book Reading, Games, and Music to Teach Vocabulary to Preschool Children from Low-Income Homes: Research and Methods
Vocabulary lessons can be much more than just spelling tests and writing assignments. There are lots of day to day activities that can be ... -
Recognizing Specific Subtypes of Reading, Math, Spelling, and Written Language Disorders in Children
While parents will primarily focus on physical or social milestones in their child’s development, learning milestones are left mainly to educators. Administrators and teachers ... -
Literacy Education At Home: Approaches For Reading And Writing
There is no question that literacy is a crucial skill for everyone. Knowing how to read and write is necessary for everyday life. This ... -
Literacy Is The Key To Lifelong Education
Literacy is the single most significant thing that can lift people out of poverty, encourage social development, and help promote good health. Reading appears ... -
What are Sight Words and What Part Do They Play in the Reading Development Process?
Sight words allow young children to build fluency and speed when reading. This, in turn, increases their ability to comprehend what they have read. ...
