In celebration of Valentine's Day, try this fun reading routine that is sure to ignite your children's love of reading. Classroom extension ideas are included as well. Have fun and post pictures of your learners loving their books on Instagram. Tag @readinghouse for a chance to win The Reading House book!
"Readers are plentiful, thinkers are rare." - Henry G. Strauss.
Manipulatives are physical objects that are used as teaching tools to engage children in hands-on learning. This blog article discusses the importance of using manipulatives when reading and shares hands-on reading activities parents can do with their children today.
Being a lifelong bookworm, I have always treasured books and think of them as the most awesome gifts to give to others. What I've found, though, is when looking for birthday presents for our children's friends … we tend to overlook the book. The latest gadgets, toys, clothing, or collectibles are what draw the most "ooohs and ahhhs" during the party, correct? Well, not necessarily. Read on for some pretty cool gift ideas that include literature as the main attraction.
