Tag: parenting
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5 Ways Create a Culture of Literacy in Your Home

“I just don’t like reading.” “I’m not a big reader.” “Reading is boring.” “Reading is hard.” The number of times I’ve heard this from both students and adults is staggering. Quite frankly, it’s terrifying. Reading is one of the single greatest skills you can give to a child to help them succeed. It improves everything…
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Trust Enough to Jump In
I watched as my oldest son sat on the side of the pool, hands nervously fidgeting in front of him, tears in his eyes, and a cry on his lips. He didn’t want to be there. I tried to encourage him and instill confidence in him, to give him the strength to jump in, but…