Posts about Better Reading

Reading is always a good idea, but is one form better than another? Read more to find out if paper books are really better than digital!

Literacy, the ability to read, isn't just for reading books. Literacy is connected to many positive outcomes, but what could happen without literacy?

We recently had a writing competition for all our remote Reading/Writing students. Watch the video to see who won in each grade level!

Math Genie has put many safety protocols into effect like taking temperature, constant sanitizing, plexiglass desks& reduced class size among other things.

Reading comprehension is a crucial skill. It increases the enjoyment & effectiveness of reading & helps not only academically, personally, and professionally

As a parent, you want your child to learn empathy. Books can be an excellent tool to develop the skill and practice of empathetic living!

Should we encourage children to read classics or just let them read what interests them? Why not both?

Reading Scores Decline fourth eighth National Assessment Education Progress USA United States English Comprehension Phonics Digraphs Dipthongs Genie NAEP

Every parent wants their child to have better reading and reading comprehension skills. One way to help with reading comprehension is to work on your child's vocabulary building. Many elementary schools don't emphasize vocabulary skills in class so you must help your child at home.

How can you tell if your child's at appropriate reading level? Here's an over view of reading comprehension markers for students from kindergarten to 7th grade. Also, what you should look for and what benchmarks your child should be hitting based on their grade level as well as book recommendations.