Author Archives: Rita K.

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About Rita K.

Educator and Certified Reading specialist

Grab a Game!

Posted on July 23, 2015 by Rita K.

For many families, summertime is game time. Playing cards and board games offers a double bonus. Not only are they a wonderful way to bond with one another, they are a great way to sneak in reading and math skills practice. This summer, our go-to game is Scattergories. … Continue reading →

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Happy Summer!

Posted on June 18, 2015 by Rita K.

Today was the students’ last day of school. Tomorrow, teachers have staff development and then I’ll be able to close the door on another crazy, challenging, rewarding year of teaching. Apologies if you’ve been checking this blog and finding nothing … Continue reading →

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Three Quick and Painless Ways to Motivate Summer Reading

Posted on June 2, 2015 by Rita K.

“Make sure your kids read over the summer!” It sounds so easy but we both know that it’s not. Time has not dimmed the memory of living with five school-age children. Time has not dimmed the guilt that ensued when … Continue reading →

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Help Your Budding Reader Bloom

Posted on May 26, 2015 by Rita K.

Memorial Day weekend came early this year, but I was late planting my annual flowers. Typically, I hustle to get them in right after Mother’s Day. My busy life didn’t provide an opportunity till this weekend and I spent part … Continue reading →

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Foster a Love of Reading in Three Easy Steps

Posted on May 5, 2015 by Rita K.

                 If you’re reading this blog, it’s probably because you want to help a child in your life develop a love of reading. Recently, I heard a quote from Jim Trelease, famed author of The Read-Aloud Handbook. Jim’s quote,”You can’t … Continue reading →

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Add Beauty To The World

Posted on May 3, 2015 by Rita K.

Mother’s Day is approaching. In addition to being one of my favorite holidays, it also signals that it’s time to plant a few flowers and pretty up the exterior of our home. Danger of frost is now past, and I’m … Continue reading →

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Happy Hump Day

Posted on April 15, 2015 by Rita K.

It’s been a busy week. What with PSSA’s, a presentation at the faculty meeting this              morning and million other things, I am happy to reach the end of hump day. I’ll make this short, but I do want to remind you … Continue reading →

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Preparing for PSSA

Posted on April 9, 2015 by Rita K.

Next week, the testing marathon begins. The PSSA ELA (English Language Arts) assessment takes place from April 13 through April 16th, followed on April 23rd by the Mathematics assessment. So, if your kiddos seem a bit stressed or just sick … Continue reading →

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You’ll Go Batty for Brian Lies’ Books

Posted on March 31, 2015 by Rita K.

Author’s Day is always enjoyable. Today, at our school,  we hosted Brian Lies, author and illustrator of some wonderful books for kids. In addition to showing the students pictures of his studio, thick copies of his revisions, and how he creates … Continue reading →

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Can I hear it for the series?

Posted on March 18, 2015 by Rita K.

Originally posted on the family that reads together:
by Wendy Lawrence Early readers like their series. Actually, intermediate, advanced, and adult readers like their series. I’m a fan of No. 1 Ladies’ Detective Agency, personally–do you have a favorite? But…

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