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How to Raise a Child to Become a Good Reader.
Asked by R.U. from Los Angeles
on April 21, 2008
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I am a Japenese mom. A lot of books have words that I don't understand, but I don't want to stop reading to my kids because I want them to become good readers. I could...
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- There are some great books at barns and noble and at babies r us that have read a long CD's with them. That way you can both can listen to the CD and read along with i...
- Hello R., My Mother doesn't speak or read English very well so it was quite a surprise when my Brother & I began meeting other children & realized we weren't speakin...
- R., READ, READ, READ!!! you are already ahead of the game wanting to set the example for your children. it doesn't matter what you read, as long as you are readin...
Teaching Spanish to a Almost 3 Year Old.
Asked by T.F. from San Diego
on April 22, 2010
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My son LOVES to learn. I have never forced learning new things on him. We learn by having fun and once he loses interest we stop and move on to something else. With...
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- Unfortunately if you really want him to know Spanish, a dvd/cd/book won't do the trick. My family is from Argentina and I grew up hearing Spanish constantly and can s...
- Your son will most likely begin Spanish classes in K and first grade (mine did!). In the meantime, here's a website for expanding his español vocabulary! http://w...
- I think Muzzy DVD's would be good. I always see the commercials and it's geared for kids. I believe there are numerous languages to choose from.
5Th Grader Having Reading and Comprehension Problems
Asked by M.C. from Los Angeles
on October 23, 2008
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I am looking for a great place or person that can help tutor my son. He is having problems with reading/comprehension. I have tried Sylvan for a year and to say the l...
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- Hi M., My son is also in fifth grade. He is quite smart, but not real motivated. He does well in all areas of school, but I have noticed his reading comprehension h...
- Teacher supply stores will have a section on reading comprehension. There are ones with short stories based on true events, science, and other more interesting stories...
- I have a million suggestions... I am trying to think of which is best for reading comprehension. How do you know it is reading comprehension? There are so many facets ...
e-Reader To Encourage Reading?
Asked by C.M. from Chicago
on November 26, 2011
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My 10-year old does not like to read. She's never liked it, she's very much a TV person like her father. She's supposed to read 20 minutes a day and I can't get her to...
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- I think the desire for your child to read more has to come from her, not you, if she is going to use the Kindle solely for reading. I do not have an eReader, so I w...
- Both of my boys (7 and 13) are avid readers, and we have 2 Kindles in the house. They said they would love reading with the Kindles, but they both read books instead....
- What if instead of the Kindle fire you gave her the regular Kindle - only reading and the definition still comes up?
Valentines Ideas for Hubby
Asked by R.G. from Spartanburg
on February 7, 2007
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I am awful at coming up with ideas for the holidays! My husband always comes up with the best gifts for me - things I didn't even know I asked for but he remembers eve...
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- Not sure what you want to spend, but does he have any interest in flying? You could get him a ride in a small plane - go to a smaller airport like Monroe, Concord or R...
- It would depend on your husband's hobbies, but i recommend a Dick's Sporting Goods Gift Card.
- I had the same problem last year. So I did a search on men's valentines gifts. I found this little glass block and it says Soul mate, and then has the dictionary defin...
Reading
Asked by K.W. from Cleveland
on August 27, 2010
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My son can read but is very reluctant to when I ask him to sit and read with me. I want to continue to practice with him but don't want him to start disliking it if I ...
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- check into your library. Ours has a program where they bring in a reading dog, kids get an alloted amount of time to read to this sweet service dog, with no judgment ...
- I don't have a website but my son does much better if it's us reading together. I don't if you have tried taking turns. I read a page or two and then he does the same ...
- I am a teacher and a favorite website of mine is www.starfall.com. It is leveled and your son can use it independently after a little practice. I agree not to force it...
Shower Gift Ideas Needed for Friend Adopting a Teenager from Russia
Asked by L.B. from Grand Rapids
on October 27, 2008
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My sister is adopting a 14 year old from Russia. She and her husband will be leaving for Russia in Nov/Dec time frame. A few of us would like to have a surprise show...
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- My suggestion for the little one is a Language Littles doll. (www.languagelittles.com the russian doll is named Anna) They offer several language dolls that have perf...
- I have a 14 yr old boy, and ipods, music, sports stuff, the "in" clothing stores, maybe tickets to a sports event that's popular in Russia(is hockey big there?), gift ...
- The best gift you can give is love and support. Prayers are good too! We adopted our son from Russia 10 years ago. You could tell her that I am available to talk if...
Show and Tell
Asked by M.M. from York
on January 22, 2009
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Ok, I need some help and fast!! My 2 year old daughter has show and tell tomorrow at daycare and she needs to take an item that starts with a Q. I thought of Quail (...
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- How about Queen? You could print out a picture of Queen Elizabeth from online? Or maybe bring a Q-tip?
- Does she have a "Queen's Crown (Tiara)? Being a former kindergarten teacher I can tell you that they aren't really picky when it comes to show and tell. Wait till yo...
- ha ha ha show n tell letter Q! They skipped X and Q at my son's pre K how about a queen? Can always pull out one from a deck of cards.
Best Book for Beginning to Read.
Asked by J.S. from Jacksonville
on August 15, 2011
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My daughter will be three next month. She already knows her alphabet by sight, and has for several months now. She likes for us to read to her, and I am wondering if w...
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- Get her a good picture dictionary and just keep reading to her. I agree with Denise P about Alphabet and opposite books too. No need to push her; she'll start readin...
- Hit the library!! They have a beginning readers section... start with level 1, and work her up. My kids are 6 and 7 and reading chapter books with no pictures, and I s...
- I wouldn't push her if she's getting frustrated. I would continue to do what you're doing and make sure you're not just pointing out words in books. Words in everyday ...
Sign Language for Baby
Asked by T.B. from Dallas
on February 9, 2008
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Does anyone know of a free web site that teaches American Sign Language? I think it will help my baby communicate with us while he is still learning to talk. I guess...
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- they teach it at the comunity center in burleson. 6 classes for $40. ###-###-####
- Hello! After experiencing my 2nd baby's late talking, I decided on my 3rd to use Baby Sign Language. Some areas offer classes...like at Gymboree. However, we just b...
- www.americanbaby.com has some great basic sign language that's perfect for babies/toddlers. this site also includes animated pictures to teach parents the correct way...
