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5 Books to Read With Your Family to Celebrate World Book and Copyright Day

5 Books to Read With Your Family to Celebrate World Book and Copyright Day

Did you know that World Book and Copyright Day falls on Thursday, April 23? Hosted by the United Nations, World Book and Copyright Day celebrates the joys and connections of reading and literacy. Here are five books to read with your family to join in on the worldwide celebration: 1. Last Stop on Market Street by Matt de la Peña Written by Matt de la Peña and illustrated by Christian Robinson, Last Stop on Market Street chronicles a bus ride through the city with CJ and his grandmother. It’s a rainy Sunday. CJ is inquisitive; no question is too big or too small for him. “How come we gotta wait for the bus in all thi ... Read More About 5 Books to Read With Your Family to Celebrate World Book and Copyright Day

8 Books to Read With Your Kids While Social Distancing

8 Books to Read With Your Kids While Social Distancing

As many schools have closed in response to COVID-19 and nearly everyone is social distancing, we’re all reworking our routines and reimagining what it means to learn from home. There are excellent online resources for students—a number of zoos and museums have opened their virtual doors, for example. But for an analog break, consider creating a reading list with your child. Here are eight books to get you started. Books to read with elementary school students Reading is built into elementary-age students’ school days, and it’s important for them to incorporate it into their home learning in order to keep up with fluen ... Read More About 8 Books to Read With Your Kids While Social Distancing

Adapting to “Learn from Home”: How to Handle 3 Common Behavioral Issues

Adapting to “Learn from Home”: How to Handle 3 Common Behavioral Issues

If you’re in the midst of transitioning your child’s learning from school to home due to COVID-19, there are likely a plethora of unknowns plaguing your thoughts. One concern that you might have is how to handle any behavioral issues. How should you respond? What will your student need from you?  In short, your child will crave guidance and support. But to be more specific, here are three common behavioral issues your student might face, plus suggestions on how to address them:  1. Avoidance of assigned work  Your child’s school may have assigned homework to be completed during a coronavirus closure—bu ... Read More About Adapting to “Learn from Home”: How to Handle 3 Common Behavioral Issues

How to Talk to Your Child about the Coronavirus

How to Talk to Your Child about the Coronavirus

Coronavirus, or COVID-19, will almost certainly be one of the defining childhood events for today’s kids. When school closes for weeks, students are going to take notice, develop fears, and ask questions. So how can you answer those questions in a way that satisfies their curiosity without creating panic? And how can you use that curiosity as an opportunity to teach lasting lessons and encourage a love of learning?  Use the opportunity to talk about hygiene and healthy habits As the spread of coronavirus has demonstrated, it’s important to exercise strong hygiene habits like regular (and thorough) handwashing, coughing/sneez ... Read More About How to Talk to Your Child about the Coronavirus

3 Things You Need to Create a Learning Environment at Home

3 Things You Need to Create a Learning Environment at Home

Your home is likely a place where your child feels comfortable and at ease. This type of environment is great for many reasons, but if coronavirus has prompted you to turn your house into a dedicated learning space for all or part of each day, it may be challenging for your student to stay focused and engaged. Luckily, there are a variety of things you can do to create a positive educational environment during this time. To start, here are three items you should have on hand: 1. A dedicated workspace Creating a dedicated workspace that’s customized to the needs and interests of your child can help them thrive when learning from home. S ... Read More About 3 Things You Need to Create a Learning Environment at Home

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