Tag Archives: elementary school
If you’ve ever tried to teach a child anything that does not naturally interest him or her, you’ve likely been on the receiving end of “Why do we need to know this?” Today I’m sharing the why behind Reading Champs. By supplementing in the areas where kids are struggling, we can truly change their lives! Why Do We All Need to Know This? As parents, you can take the lead in ensuring that your child has the competitive edge, prepared to excel and compete…..
You want your child to succeed. Since reading is a foundational tool for success in life, mastering the basic skills is really important. In our competitive world, only about a third of America’s children are reading at a proficient level. It’s more important than ever for you to know how to teach reading at home. If you are unsure how well your child reads, have your child select a few books he or she is interested in reading. Start with…..
I raised four children (three of them stepchildren), and now I’m a grandma. I just moved from my mountain home to Eugene, Oregon, to be with my kids. In the midst of chaos, I started writing this blog, babysitting a toddler and teaching a third grader. I like to think I am like Cher on her Farewell Tour, and she was great. Many of you probably still remember me from a school visit, seminar, keynote or hanging out with you……
Welcome. You have come to this blog for a reason, and there’s never been a better time than right now. Maybe you are looking for a way to help someone learn to read more effectively or perhaps the Common Core standards seem unreachable. Whatever the reason, you are in the right place. It’s true there are many how-to-teach-reading titles on the internet. Most of these are strong on theory, which is great if you are a professional teacher. Reading Champs…..