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support for struggling readers: audiobooks

Score a FREE 3-month trial of Audible! When seeking support for struggling readers, audiobooks are one of the first places families should …
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top 5 must-read books for kids: babies through teens

Over the years, many readers and friends have asked me the about the must-read books for  kids. Every few weeks, I get asked the million dollar …
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5 ways to get your kids psyched for summer reading

5 ways to get your kids psyched for summer reading

Believe it—summer is around the corner.  Woo-hoo! Around the corner!  As in like just a few weeks away!  It’s May! Pools open in May. Weather warms in …
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to correct or not to correct when kids make reading mistakes | teachmama.com

to correct or not to correct when kids make reading mistakes

Okay, friends. To correct or not to correct your child’s reading: that is the question. So many people have asked me about this, so I made it …
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celebrate multicultural children’s books! (BIG book bundle giveaway!)

It’s time for the 2nd Annual Multicultural Children’s Book Giveaway and KidLit TV is teaming up with Pragmatic Mom, Jump into a Book, Franticmommy, …
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best books for family read-alouds | teachmama.com

best books for family read-alouds

Oh, friends. So many of you have asked for book lists that I’m going to make it a summer of book lists for you. Brace yourselves. One each …
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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 …
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Here is the latest from Mrs. Bunyan. Have a great weekend.

why book walks rock for big-kid read-alouds

It is so hard to find time to sit down and read with your kids every, single night. Especially as they get older. When kids get older, sports and …
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reading tip 4: read to BIG kids #raiseareader

Did you know that the majority of kids ages 6-11 years old who participated in the Scholastic Kids and Family Reading Report said that their parents …
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how to support your child through difficult texts

Okay, so you’re all into reading aloud with your kids, right? You’ve got a great bunch of books to read, but your child insists on reading one that’s …
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reading aloud with older kids | teachmama.com

reading aloud with older kids: what parents need to know

Over the years, I’ve talked a lot about reading, but recently, as I looked back, I realized I haven’t shared too much about reading …
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new book series for tweens: 5 reasons to love Disney’s Star Darlings

New book series for tweens? Yes. Worth your time? Yes. Your tween–girls, especially–will really like it? You bet. It’s the Star …
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best books as gifts for everyone on your list

Books are all over our home, all of the time. Tons of books–books from book fairs, from yard sales, from the library, from school, from friends, …
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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 is the …
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raising readers– guilt-free! on the ‘edit your life’ show

You guys. I have only just gotten into podcasts, so believe me when I say I’m a bit behind the times here. I really am. I know that so many of …
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Raising a Rock-Star Reader: sneak peek and pre-order!

    I cannot even BELIEVE that today is here, friends, but it is. I have co-written a book–a lifelong dream of mine–and to say …
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top 10 NEW magazines for kids and family

    Friends, did you know that magazines truly count as worthwhile reading material and that they’ve come a long way in the past few …
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easy, engaging fun for kids: tabletop surprises

This summer is literally moving at the speed of light. I can’t even believe we’re nine weeks in. It’s insane. And it has been so …
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3 reading posts you don’t want to miss

Friends! Have you even checked out the ole teachmama site lately? We are all fancied up! Big changes for us–after more than 6 years! Go see …
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read across america day EVERY day of the year

This post was originally published on March 1, 2013 but we’re republishing because it’s that important.      It’s Read …
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Have you heard of The National Civics Bee? #ad 

The National Civics Bee is an initiative aimed at encouraging more young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities. 

Organized in partnership with The Civic Trust of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the competition in your community will inspire middle schoolers to become better informed about American democracy, to engage respectfully and constructively in the community, and to build greater trust in others and institutions. 

Learn how to bring The National Civics Bee to YOUR community now: https://teachmama.com/bring-the-national-civics-bee-to-your-community/

I’m thrilled to have partnered with @mom_select and @civicsbuzz for this exciting campaign! ♥️🤍💙

#CivicsBuzz #middleschoolers #teachersofIG #communitypartners
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Oh HEEEEEYYY, @luvvie — did you see that @littletroublemaker made our hallway bulletin board? 😉♥️

(It’s what Rusty the 🦊 is currently reading.) 

Find it at your favorite bookstore or order here: https://amzn.to/3Pu3tWs

(This is my affiliate link, so when you use it, I will earn a small percentage of the sale, at no additional cost to you. Thank you for using my link and supporting my small business!)

#readingteacher #raiseareader #kidlit #bestbooks #linkinbio
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How can people with dyslexia learn to read? 🤔

Here are the 3️⃣ elements that reading instruction should contain in order to be most effective for students with dyslexia—

#demystifyingdyslexia #raiseareader #readingteacher #teachreading #dyslexiaawareness
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Lately when I find four leaf clovers, I’ve been leaving them. 🍀🤷🏼‍♀️

So if you’re in Maryland, and you happen upon a lonely, little 4-leafer with very little grass, weeds, or leaves around it, I don’t know WHO tried to set you up for success.

#yougotthis #keepyoureyesopen #itsthelittlethings #kilpattyluck
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Okay—how do we know if someone has dyslexia? 

Which professionas are able to make that important determination? 

▶️ Watch to find out. 

Hit me with the questions you still have about dyslexia—and know we have a few more posts to go!

#demystifyingdyslexia #raiseareader #teachreading #readingteachersofig
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Open
What are some of the common signs of dyslexia?

Watch to learn and find out!

#demystifyingdyslexia #readingteacher #raiseareader #teachreading #dyslexia
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True ✅ or false ❌?

#demystifyingdyslexia #dyslexiaeducation #readingteacher #raiseareader #teachreading
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Open
What do you know about dyslexia? 

What questions do you have about dyslexia? 

For the next few weeks leading up to my own start to the school year I am sharing a new series called “De-Mystifying Dyslexia” and I would love for you to join me! 

Follow in my stories or on the highlight above!

#dyslexia #teading  #readingteacher #raiseareader #demystifyingdyslexia

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