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Readiness, Families
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5 mins
Handwriting
Let’s dive into why handwriting is still a big deal and how blending it with digital learning can make education more awesome and effective than ever.
6 mins
Teaching Tips
Expanding teacher capacity necessitates a commitment to professional growth and lifelong learning.
2 mins
Ask the Experts, Literacy
Say the word fluency, and the idea of accuracy, speed, and expression springs to mind. But what does being fluent really do for the reader?
6 mins
Handwriting
This blog explores practical tips for teachers that incorporate structured literacy principles and highlights Handwriting Without Tears as a comprehensive solution.
5 mins
Literacy
Here’s how you can engage parents and make reading instruction in kindergarten a collaborative and joyful experience.
7 mins
Ask the Experts
In this blog, I explore why writing matters at least as much as reading, the stark statistics on our students’ writing development, the reasons for our epic fail.
7 mins
Teaching Tips
Understanding the impact of structured literacy on a child’s reading development is pivotal for educational success.
5 mins
Teaching Tips
In this blog post, we'll explore the common hurdles of phonics instruction and delve into why choosing the right program is not just beneficial—it’s essential.
5 mins