With DreamWorks’ new “Dog Man” movie delighting audiences in theaters, there’s never been a better time to explore why these beloved books by Dav Pilkey have such a powerful impact on young readers. Beyond their entertaining stories of a crime-fighting half-dog, half-police officer, these books actually align with many principles from the Science of reading. […]
As audiobooks for early readers grow in popularity, many parents wonder if they can help their children learn to read. While audiobooks can play a valuable role in language development and literacy, it’s important to understand when they’re most beneficial—and when they might not be the best choice for your early reader. How the Brain […]
During the holidays, life is filled with traditions, joy, excitement, and lots of gifts. If you have kids, one of the best gifts you can give is the opportunity for your little ones to develop a love of reading. Holiday books can be an entertaining and inspiring way to bring people together and spread the […]
The timeless tales of bedtime stories remain a meaningful tradition for families. Bedtime stories are a precious way to foster unforgettable memories, parent-child bonding, and literacy development with your child. If you’re looking for ways to support your child’s reading foundation, bedtime stories are an excellent routine to implement—preferably sooner rather than later! Let’s explore […]
How do you know what books to give your child as they start learning how to read? While previous generations grew up browsing through Scholastic book catalogs and “leveled readers,” educational science now shows there are more effective reading materials to give beginner readers. One of the go-to options today is decodable books. In this […]
To foster a love of storytime and reading in your child, reading aloud is extremely helpful. Reading one-on-one, with multiple children, or with the entire family creates special memories and centers positive attitudes around books. Even if you already know reading aloud is important, it can be hard to know what to read with your […]
When kids are learning to read, the books they explore play a role in shaping their skills and attitudes toward reading. Books also impact literacy development: texts must be appropriate for a child’s age, interests, and stage of reading development. It’s important to choose beginning reader books for your child that support their literacy journey […]
Part of helping your child learn to read is introducing them to a variety of reading materials. This lets them discover topics, authors, and characters they enjoy, inspiring a growing love of reading. As a parent or educator, staying up to date with the latest book releases can broaden the selections available to your young […]
Since 1995, World Book Day has been a worldwide celebration of books and reading. It should come as no surprise that this is one of our favorite days of the year. We’re kicking off the celebration with a week of World Book Day events! We will be hosting five author read-aloud events for a unique […]
