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learning during read-alouds: making connections and questioning (with siblings!)

getting ready for kindergarten: summertime prep

backyard fun: dissecting, examining, and learning about flowers

a word a day: getting the family involved

how to teach kids where in the world they live

playing with money: counting, wrapping, estimating coins

questioning and connecting during read-alouds

word a day: creating word conscious, word happy kids

learning during read-alouds: 5 things never to say to emerging readers

getting ready for kindergarten: short e picture-word sort

using the weather forecast for sneaky math learning

quick trick: how to use recyclables with kids–get fun, crafty, creative

learning during read-alouds: activating schema

a game for practicing spelling, sight words, or letters: WORDO!

learning during read-alouds: making connections

how to teach kids to tie their shoes

learning during read-alouds: word consciousness

bumblebee birthday ideas: bumblebee wands, pens, games

learning during read-alouds: visualizing

pow! bam! wow! print referencing and onomatopoeia