8 Ideas to Make Reading More Enjoyable for Kids

MARK KANCE

Here are eight ideas sure to make reading more enjoyable for your kids.

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Creative Ways to Learn Math Using Sports

MARK KANCE

Is your child spending more time on the soccer field than in the classroom this summer? That can be a good thing. Summer sports provide compelling real-world opportunities for kids to apply and grow their math skills. Whether keeping score for a game or calculating batting averages, math is key to sports. It goes both ways: sports can also help with math—and other subjects, too. In addition, many studies indicate a link between physical activity and academic achievement.

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10 Tips for Practicing Dictation with Kids

MARK KANCE

There’s a time-honored activity – some would call it a game – that lets parents quickly assess how well their children are mastering language arts skills such as reading, writing, speaking and listening. The rules are simple; just dictate a few sentences, and ask your child to write it down word-for-word.

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