Kindergarten books so great, they made a movie
Kids will delight in seeing their favorite characters brought to life on screen. Plus, talking about how the book and movie compare builds reading skills.
2nd grade books so great, they made a movie
Young readers will enjoy discussing how colorful characters like Fantastic Mr. Fox and the magical Nurse Matilda respond to challenges in the books versus the movies.
1st grade books so great, they made a movie
From silly slapstick to not-so-scary monsters, your young reader will delight in seeing these favorite stories come to life on screen.
Preschool books so great, they made a movie
Read and watch your child's favorite characters 鈥� from Chrysanthemum to Clifford 鈥攁nd talk about what happens in the story versus the movie to build reading skills.
Academic vocabulary words for 1st graders
Here are the age-appropriate "big" words your first graders should learn this year.
Beginning writing skills in preschool
What are pre-writing skills? Learning letter sounds, listening, speaking, drawing, and scribbling their names are all big parts.
Our 5 favorite 1st grade reading worksheets
Hone your emerging reader's skills with these challenges, tidbits, and tales.
Better bedtime reading
One small change to your read-aloud routine can boost your child's reading and comprehension skills.
Should your 3-, 4-, or 5-year-old be reading?
The pressure is on for parents to teach their children to read at a young age. So should you or shouldn't you? The answer from reading experts may surprise you.
Preparing your preschooler to read
You are your child's first 鈥� and most influential 鈥� teacher. Learn how giving your little one daily opportunities to practice emerging reading skills will help her thrive.
History books for kindergartners
Heroes of the past come to life 鈥� and transform the future 鈥� in these history books your child will love.
It's never too late! Teenagers can dramatically improve their reading skills.
It's never too late! Learn how teenagers can dramatically improve their reading skills.
5th grade reading
Your child will undergo a reading revolution this year as students are asked to read tougher texts, learn challenging vocabulary, and refine their research and analysis skills.
4th grade reading
Your child's reading will leap forward this year, as fourth graders are asked to read more demanding fiction and nonfiction.
2nd grade reading
This year, the focus shifts from sounding out words to reading for meaning as kids' reading skills grow by leaps and bounds.
1st grade reading
Reading is the key to building knowledge 鈥� and building your first grader鈥檚 knowledge is the key to raising a strong reader.
Kindergarten reading
Reading is all about developing knowledge, which is something kindergartners do all year long 鈥� even while they鈥檙e learning their ABCs.
5 tips for encouraging reluctant readers (and common mistakes to avoid)
Not all kids enjoying reading as much as their parents might like. Here are some ways to draw your reluctant reader into a good book.
Reading games: Sight words
Play "My pile your pile" to expand your child's vocabulary and improve reading fluency.
Kelly Gallagher on "I don't like reading!"
Longtime educator and child reading expert Kelly Gallagher says that a parent should take into account a child鈥檚 age and use these techniques to make reading fun.
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