by EWiegandt, EdS | Oct 29, 2023 | Children
Bullying is not an easy topic to discuss. It requires sensitivity and understanding as it is a serious issue. The National Center for Educational Statistics reports that 20.2% of students are being bullied! Indeed, bullying is at an all-time high. What has gone wrong?...
by EWiegandt, EdS | Apr 14, 2023 | Covid
Reading is incredibly important for the development of every child; first to third graders in particular! During the pandemic, physical distancing meant that many of the usual reading opportunities and activities were limited, making it even more important for parents...
by EWiegandt, EdS | Apr 3, 2023 | Children
Learning to read at a young age is a crucial foundation for a child’s future academic success. Reading is not only a necessary life skill but is also essential for cognitive development and personal growth. Children who learn to read early on have a significant...
by EWiegandt, EdS | Apr 7, 2022 | Literacy
Literacy, the ability to read and write, is a fundamental skill that is necessary for success in life. In the United States, however, literacy rates are not as high as they should be. According to the National Assessment of Adult Literacy, nearly one in five American...
by EWiegandt, EdS | Jan 7, 2021 | Reading
Reading is an essential skill that is vital for personal, social, and educational development. Learning to read at a young age is critical because it provides the foundation for all future learning. Reading is a gateway to knowledge, and it opens doors to new worlds...