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A Look Ahead

Posted on June 24, 2017 by Rita K.

Summer’s arrival is the perfect season  to add more “read alouds” to your time with kids. Three important aspects of reading aloud will be discussed in this week’s posts… Monday – Learn about why reading aloud is so important for … Continue reading →

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Just Joking

Posted on June 23, 2017 by Rita K.

    In April, “Pop-Pop” and I decided to give Patrick (our grandson) a shopping spree for his seventh birthday. We set an amount and told Patrick we would take him to Toys R Us and Barnes and Noble. He could … Continue reading →

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Books to Give, Books to Share

Posted on May 8, 2017 by Rita K.

Seems to me, Spring is almost as much a season of celebration as the winter holidays.  Recently, I’ve come across a few remarkable books that are great to read with your elementary children, and would also make a thoughtful gifts … Continue reading →

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  Keeping a Positive Spirit Alive

Posted on March 27, 2017 by Rita K.

As we say good-bye to the month of March, we also say good-bye to one of the exceptional voices in children’s literature today. Amy Krouse Rosenthal, pass away earlier this month at the age of 51. In her short life, … Continue reading →

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PSSA: A Helpful Strategy

Posted on March 15, 2017 by Rita K.

We’re just a few days shy of spring, although you couldn’t tell by the weather here in the northeast. Public school teachers and students are preparing for the dreaded PSSA test, which occurs in April. I’ve long been a believer … Continue reading →

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Favorite Genres – Share the Love

Posted on February 3, 2017 by Rita K.

Hey, Everyone. It’s February, the month that tantalizes us with thoughts of Spring, touches our heart with thoughts of love and reminds us to celebrate the rich history and many contributions of Black Americans. During my days in the classroom, … Continue reading →

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Bring on the Questions

Posted on February 1, 2017 by Rita K.

Questioning is an essential reading strategy. Studies show that when students learn to monitor their thinking and generate questions as they read, enhanced comprehension results. Creating questions as they read helps students to become active and thoughtful readers. Two Kinds … Continue reading →

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Previewing Informational Text

Posted on January 11, 2017 by Rita K.

For most students, informational text (or non-fiction) can be more difficult to comprehend than fictional text. Familiarity with story structure and a clear sequence of events aids understanding of narratives. With its often unfamiliar topics, academic vocabulary, and weighty concepts, … Continue reading →

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Previewing Fictional Text

Posted on January 2, 2017 by Rita K.

A new week, a new month, a new year and a new series of posts on Nurturing Literacy. I think it’s important for parents to have a general understanding of the “best practices” used in Education today and be able … Continue reading →

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Wishing You Blessings and Books

Posted on December 26, 2016 by Rita K.

Christmas overtook my life several weeks ago and I haven’t had a minute to even send holiday greetings to the loyal readers of this blog. Hopefully, all of you are relaxing and enjoying the spirit of this holiday season. For … Continue reading →

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