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Why Children Struggle with Reading Comprehension
Reading comprehension is an essential skill necessary for school and life success. It’s also an essential skill for all students. It helps them to understand what they are reading and the lessons they
Why I Never Miss Reading My Child A Bedtime Story
Since my daughter was born, I committed to giving her the best life in every way I can. When she was about five months old, I bought a few picture books and began reading to her every night. This was
Diverse Books to Improve Cultural Awareness in Children
What makes the world extra special and beautiful is the diversity of the people. Different people come from different cultural backgrounds, different races, and different physical appearances. The world is so diverse and that is what makes it beautiful. But
Diverse Children’s Books for Cultural Awareness in Children
Representation in books is very important, especially for children. When children never see their culture represented in books, they receive a resounding message that their culture is not as important as others (Cambell Naidoo, 2014). Recent studies show that there
Books that Give You Value for Your Money
Children’s storybooks may feel quite the same, offer the same benefits, have the same purpose, do the same function. But if you look closer and spend more time getting to know each book you give to your child, thoroughly
Reading literacy in the UK: 1 in 11 disadvantaged children say they don’t own a book
Literacy is a primary concern in all the countries around the world because it greatly affects the whole population. It is the foundation of every person, how well they do in school, later on in their careers, their quality of
COVID and Reading: More Children Read for Pleasure During Lockdown
The recent COVID pandemic took the world by surprise. Everyone suddenly had to live with the “new normal” where almost everything is done virtually. Because of the fear of the virus, everyone was forced to stay indoors and limit contact
Books as Tools for Childhood Character Development
The child’s character is one crucial area for development that every parent needs to understand. A person’s character is directly related to their attitudes and behaviours, and thus, greatly affects a person’s outcome in life. Character development
Toughest Toddler Years: The Importance of Emotional Competence
Terrible twos are not called “terrible” for nothing. The term was coined from the idea that toddlers, usually at 2 to 3 years old, have an outburst of emotions at this stage that would usually cause frequent temper tantrums in
Bedtime Reading Journey of a First-Time Parent
Precious Moments and Lifetime Memories Through Books
The first few weeks as a first-time parent are a rollercoaster of emotions. You feel overjoyed from all the love you feel for the little human being you brought into the world