Literacy
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6 Strategies to Shut Down Book-Banning Complaints
In today’s increasingly polarized society, controversial books can face challenges and censorship efforts from those who disagree with their content. Book-banning not only stifles ... -
10 Ways to Infuse Literacy into Your Science Instruction
Introduction: Integrating literacy strategies into science teaching not only encourages the development of reading skills but also promotes critical thinking and problem-solving abilities in ... -
12 Fantastic Train Stories for Locomotive Lovers
Introduction: Ah, the romance of trains! There’s just something magical about locomotives that transports us back in time and inspires our imagination. For those ... -
Literary Texts & Poetry: A Powerful Mode of Expression
Introduction Literary texts and poetry have consistently been a brilliant mode of expression, tapping into the deepest layers of human emotions. For centuries, authors ... -
20 Sweet & Fun 1st Grade Poems for Kids
Introduction: Nurturing a love for language and fostering an appreciation for poetry is a wonderful way to encourage young children to develop strong reading ... -
5 Teachable Moments from “We Don’t Talk About Bruno”
Introduction: “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” is a catchy song from Disney’s animated film “Encanto”. The song narrates the story of Bruno Madrigal, a ... -
Kwame Alexander Talks Reading, Poetry and Silencing Haters
In a recent interview, renowned author and poet, Kwame Alexander, opened up about his passion for reading, the power of poetry, and how he ... -
“Book Deserts” Are Real. Here’s What Schools Are Doing to Help.
Introduction Access to books is essential for a child’s educational and intellectual development. However, many communities face a serious problem known as “book deserts.” ... -
5 Simple Intervention Strategies to Strengthen Phonics Skills
Introduction: Phonics is the essential building block of language and literacy education. It helps young learners to develop strong reading and writing skills by ... -
What are Emergent Literacy Skills?
These are skills and actions exhibited by preschool kids and even infants that are purely based on their contact with words and letters early ...