reading

As parents, we are our children’s first teachers, and the steps we take early on can set them up for a lifetime of successful reading and learning. Here’s our guide to some key literacy terms, concepts, and tips that every …

Musical Leaves is a fun indoor activity to work off lots of energy on those days when the weather outside is less than wonderful and your kids really need some high-energy activity to keep everyone sane and happy! Free printable …

Worried about how you can help your child read better? You’re not alone! Let’s explore positive, gentle ways to support their reading journey, without discouraging their efforts. Understanding how to help your child develop a growth mindset about reading can …

Helping your child learn how to summarize will greatly increase their ability to sift through details in order to recognize and communicate the main idea of a text, chapter or whole book. All of which are important for understanding and …

With a small amount of planning you can give your kids an easy fun way to focus on what they need or want and not be overwhelmed by all the choices available when you make your trip the library. Kids …

It is absolutely time to start stocking up on books that kids love because right now you can score a ton of kid-faves over on Zulily for less than $10 each. And to sweeten the deal, Penguin Random House has …

Backyard adventure begins with “The Never Starting Tales”. Really, it does! “The Never Starting Tales” may sound unusual, but these tales are simply a collection of re-interpreted fairytales that were created to inspire families to spend more time adventure-seeking in …

This week, Owen and I had an absolute blast taking a look at some of the fab science kits that were sent to us from our friends at Ward’s Science. Ward’s Science is seriously an educator’s one-stop shop for all …

where to find inexpensive books for your kids | cheap books for kids | best places for books | affordable sites for books | where to buy books for kids | amy mascott | teachmama.com

unplug to play and learn: 4 quick and easy ideas to keep your kids busy and learning and smiling along the way | teachmama.com

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 May.  Swim team registration starts in May.  We buy bathing suits in May. …

books about kindness — must-have’s for older and younger readers

rick riordan: 5 fun facts about the author we love | interview with rick riordan | ship of the dead | magnus chase | meet the author

think aloud while reading | reading comprehension tips | think-alouds | early literacy | teachmama.com | reading tip 9 #raiseareader

reading aloud with older kids: what parents need to know | amy mascott | teachmama.com #raiseareader

best books as gifts for everyone on your list | for little guys, bigger guys, families, and more | teachmama’s picks

Raising a Rock-Star Reader: 75 quick tips to help your child develop a lifelong love of reading | scholastic | amy mascott | allison mcdonald | teachmama.com

summer reading goals & reading logs: quick and easy

originally published November 8, 2010       Maddy has been so proud of her spelling and word-learning progress over the last few weeks (and so are we!).  She really is borderline excited when I print out a new list …

      I admit that I am the absolute worst with emails. The worst. But I’m trying to be better. I’ve got thousands of emails just sitting there in my inbox, and I rarely respond because I’m always busy. …