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Fluent Kids - Start with a Book

Fluency is the ability to read quickly and with expression. Reading most of the words automatically means you can focus your attention on what the text or story means, so you understand what is being read. This article features great ideas like audiobooks and rereading books, and also has some videos demonstrating strategies to help your child improve their fluency.

10 Reasons You Should Read Aloud to Big Kids, Too - Common Sense Media

Decades of research shows that reading aloud to a child daily is one of the most important activities for their reading success. Only 17% of parents of kids aged 9-11 read aloud to their children. Yet 83% of kids aged 6-17 say being read to is something they loved or liked a lot. Read-aloud is absolutely a valuable routine for older kids, and is something we encourage this year.

Helping Kids Enjoy Reading - Kids Health

Not every kid loves reading, and reading doesn't come naturally to every kid. That's ok. In 4th grade, we read a lot for pleasure, and students are encouraged to pick their own books. This article has 5 techniques to help your student become a more eager reader, including finding opportunities to read and write beyond the page.

These suggestions will help your child develop creative writing skills and boost confidence each time he picks up a pencil:

Instill a love of math - PBS

Parents and guardians are bombarded with messages to read with their children, but it’s rare to hear about the importance of doing math with them. Here are some helpful tips on why and how to instill a love of math in your children.

Tips for Exploring Science with Children - PBS

A common science question from adults is, “How can I explain such a hard concept in a simple enough way for my child to understand?” Find the most effective strategies and suggestions for exploring science with children.

10 Things You Can Do to Help Your Children Become Engaged Citizens - Constitutional Rights Foundation

This article provides a list of activities to do to help develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes associated with effective citizenship.