Reading Aloud is a Win-Win
Most of us know how important reading aloud is, but what’s surprising is how many parents just don’t do it. Perhaps most parents assume teac
Embrace the Fear: How Kids Benefit from Scary Stories
It’s hard for me to pinpoint the exact origin of my love for the horror genre. Why am I, like so many other people, attracted to frightening
Why Picture Books are so Important
One of my fondest memories as a father was coming home from work and being greeted by my two young sons who could barely talk or, for...
5 Tips for Improving Phonics with Stories
I was one of those kids who moved around a lot between Pre-K and 2nd grade. Each school had a different approach to reading, so I...
Improving Reading Comprehension with Folktales
Supplemental reading provides a unique opportunity for kids to explore different genres and different topics that go beyond required...