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Find reading help for kids of all ages, including reading strategies, tips for developing reading skills at home, book recommendations, reading activities, and more great ways to support reading for kids.
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Launch Lunchbox Literacy Discover 5 easy ways to sneak literacy into your child’s lunchbox.
What You Don’t Know About Reading Discover 3 things parents must know about reading.
Banned Books Teach Life Lessons

Use banned books to teach kids about family values.

Use Signs For Early Reading Signs are the easiest reading your child should do. Find out why.
3 Superstar Tips for Starting the School Year Off Right
by Amy Mascott
Sep 02, 2013
Start the school year off by being more organized, ready, and happier than ever!
Travel the World With Books
by Allison McDonald
Aug 29, 2013
You may not have traveled too far this summer, but these books can take kids on an adventure to anywhere.
WordGirl's Word of the Week: Countdown
by Brian Kraker
Aug 27, 2013
Help your children participate in the countdown of their choice with WordGirl’s Word of the Week.
Inspire Reading With These Tales of Outdoor Thrill Seekers
by Sonja Cole
Aug 27, 2013
These tales of outdoor adventure might help your child get excited about reading.
Library Book Hide-and-Seek
by Amy Mascott
Aug 26, 2013
Instead of leaning on the librarians, show your kids how to use the library computers to search for great books hiding in the shelves.
Get Ready for the First Day of Preschool With Picture Books
by Allison McDonald
Aug 22, 2013
10 great books to help prepare your child for the first day of preschool.
WordGirl's Word of the Week: Recreation
by Brian Kraker
Aug 20, 2013
Sit back and relax with your family as you learn more about WordGirl’s Word of the Week: Recreation.
6 Tips for When Your Kids Refuse to Do Their Summer Reading
by Amy Mascott
Aug 19, 2013
The school bell is going to ring soon and your child hasn't finished his summer reading. What should you do?
WordGirl's Word of the Week: Hoopla
by Brian Kraker
Aug 13, 2013
What’s all the fuss about? WordGirl helps us find out!
Inspire Readers With Amazing True Facts
by Sonja Cole
Aug 12, 2013
Try these activities to tap into your reader's interests.

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Scholastic Parents: Raise a Reader

Get the latest advice, tips, and resources on helping your child read at every age and every stage. Each week, find kids' book reviews, ways to extend the reading experience, and tips on how to spark a reader's interests from our expert contributors and editors.

Scholastic Parents: Raise a Reader ContributorsSee All

Allison McDonald
Allison McDonald
Founder and editor of the No Time For Flash Cards blog.
Amy Mascott
Amy Mascott
A Reading Specialist and former high school English teacher.
Maggie McGuire
Maggie McGuire
Maggie McGuire is an expert in youth digital and parenting.

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