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Writing SOS: How do I encourage my deaf child to write more at home?

Dr. Hannah Dostal, an expert in Deaf education and literacy, says that writing opens up additional opportunities for deaf children to communicate with family, friends, and their community.

Reading SOS: What can I do at home to set my child up for success in reading and writing?

Dr. Hannah Dostal, an expert in Deaf education and literacy, says it’s important to surround your child with reasons to read and write.

Becoming Aware of Print

In San Jose, California, 32-month-old Mira gets a head start on reading from her parents.

Reading SOS: Sounding out the same words again and again

Reading expert Linda Farrell shares a simple tip: encourage your child to silently “think” the sounds as he reads the word.

Reading SOS: Where should my third grader do online research?

School tech expert Mike Carvella offers alternative online sources that are kid-friendly and trustworthy.

Writing SOS: How can I help my child organize their ideas to help them write?

Writing expert William Van Cleave suggests a few pre-writing steps to help children organize their ideas.

Finding the Right Book

The library is a vital resource for one mom whose son’s appetite for information is growing as quickly as his shoe size.

Reading SOS: How do I help my child learn new words while we read aloud?

Reading aloud is a great way for children to learn new words.

Carmen Agra Deedy: The importance of revision in writing

Children’s author Carmen Agra Deedy (Martina the Beautiful Cockroach) talks about the revision process and why that stage is so important in writing.

Carmen Agra Deedy: My child is upset after being diagnosed with dyslexia

Carmen Agra Deedy shares her own personal experience understanding her dyslexia and learning to celebrate her unique strengths in how she sees the world.

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Writing SOS: How do I encourage my deaf child to write more at home?

Reading SOS: What can I do at home to set my child up for success in reading and writing?

Becoming Aware of Print

Reading SOS: Sounding out the same words again and again

Reading SOS: Where should my third grader do online research?

Writing SOS: How can I help my child organize their ideas to help them write?

Finding the Right Book

Reading SOS: How do I help my child learn new words while we read aloud?

Carmen Agra Deedy: The importance of revision in writing

Carmen Agra Deedy: My child is upset after being diagnosed with dyslexia

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