learn with HOMER: best app for kids
There are so many early learning apps and computer games and platforms for kids, but which one is the best? Which one is worth your child's precious …
early literacy
3 reasons kids need early reader books with characters they love
table of contents3 Reasons Kids Need Early Reader Books With Characters They LovePopular Characters in Early Reader Texts are SUPER High-InterestBooks …
learn to read app for kids 3-7: Duolingo ABC
Duolingo ABC is a free app that teaches children ages 3 - 7 how to read.
Did you get that?
Free app.
That teaches children ages 3 - 7 how …
raise a reader gift idea
This is the must-have gift for anyone who wants to raise a reader.
THE gift for new parents who want to raise a reader.
THE gift for …
how to teach kids the ABCs: 5 fun ways
Let's face it: the letters of the alphabet are the building blocks of the English language.
They are.
The ABCs are among the most important …
sight word bingo: color and learn sight words
Playing Sight Word Bingo with my first graders means that these kids are getting more and more practice learning these important words!
Like I've …
rainbow words: free sight word printable
Learning sight words is one of the most important things that our kids can do as they become readers.
However, learning sight words can also be one …
alphabet egg hunt: uppercase and lowercase letter match
Originally published on April 2, 2013, but republished today because it totally rocks.
Kids need to learn the letters of the alphabet.
And even if …
go on an ABC hunt | reading tip 11 #raiseareader
As parents, we teach out kids so many foundational skills.
We teach them to sleep, to walk, to eat, and to talk.
We teach them how to dress, to …
play with syllables so kids hear sounds in words | reading tip 10 #raiseareader
One of my earliest memories of feeling confused in school was the day my teacher tried to teach us about syllables.
She had us put our hands on our …
think aloud while reading — here’s how! reading tip 9 #raiseareader
Thinking aloud sounds a little crazy, doesn't it?
Like the only people who would even think about thinking aloud might be a little 'off' or …
reading tip 5: names!
All month long, I've been sharing daily reading tips for parents and caregivers.
Quick, easy, inspiring tips that will hopefully make everyone who …
alphabet hunt: on the road abc fun
This is one of my first ever posts, and it's one that I have shared hundreds of times. It was originally published on January 17, 2009, but I'm …
it’s FINALLY here! Raising A Rock-Star Reader
Welcome to the world, little book.
I feel like I need cake and ice-cream and party hats and dancing.
Lots and lots of dancing.
Because today …
show your kids how to study: 5 easy ways
One thing I have come to realize, after years of teaching and tutoring, is that kids really don't know how to study.
We may tell them to study …
trace, copy, recall–learn those spelling words!
originally published November 8, 2010
Maddy has been so proud of her spelling and word-learning progress over the …
photo books for kids and family: 15 best, coolest, most clever and creative
I'm a hardcore fan of the photo book.
Actually, I'm a fan of any book, but photo books have a special spot in my heart because …
best books as gifts for kids and family
I am so embarrassed about this, but I've talked about doing a post like this for years.
I think I've even promised one the week after each of my …
halloween printable board games for kids
Need two quickie Halloween games for your kids?
Maybe for a Halloween class party or for some after school fun?
Want to …
halloween word search
originally published 10/26/11 but republished today for you!
Homework time over here this week and last has been a little …