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Family Traditions: Instilling a Love of Books

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As long as I can remember, I have had a love affair with books. As a child picture books would fascinate me and as a youth I would immerse myself in a novel. I knew I wanted to pass on this passion to my children. Books can teach, entertain,…

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Reading: Making the Most of Storytime

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One of the best things a parent can do to help their children succeed is to read with them each day. And while the literacy benefits are undeniable, reading aloud is also a great way to bond and spend quality time with your child. My favorite time of day is

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Literacy: Ways to Teach Children How to Read

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Now looking back on my childhood, I realize I was fortunate that our house was filled with many types of books. My favorite time in school was the designated half-hour of reading in our Homeroom Class. Some students hated this time meant for reading, but it was the period…

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Children’s Literacy: 5 Ways to Get Your Kids to Love Reading

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Reading books to kids, being creative when it comes to books, using technology to make reading fun — all of these activities help get kids to love reading. Did you know that more than 88 percent of children who have difficulty reading at the end of first grade…

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Reading: The Importance of Reading Aloud to Your Children

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It's easy to argue the importance of reading to your children.The effectiveness of doing so, both in terms of improving your child's literacy and your bond with him or her, seems to be obvious. I read to my son every night for the first six years of his life and…

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