Scholastic Parents: Raise a Reader

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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30 Favorite Book Characters That Parents Say Their Kids Love

by Maggie McGuire

Jun 21, 2013

Check out this list of characters from children's books – a great character keeps kids reading.

Be a Reading Role Model

by Allison McDonald

Jun 20, 2013

Try these easy ways to be a better reading role model for your family.

WordGirl's Word of the Week: Evidence

by Brian Kraker

Jun 18, 2013

Help your child uncover new vocabulary with this Word of the Week.

Find Out What Makes YOUR Child Tick (Then Make it Work for You)

by Amy Mascott

Jun 17, 2013

Get to know more about your child’s learning style.

Exploring the Middle East: Past and Present

by Sonja Cole

Jun 15, 2013

Take your kids on a trip to the Middle East with these books.

Silly Ways to Teach Print Awareness

by Allison McDonald

Jun 13, 2013

Let loose and have fun while teaching important pre-reading skills.

5 Books That'll Get Your Kids Drawing, Creating and Thinking Out of the Box

by Maggie McGuire

Jun 12, 2013

Get your kids' creative juices flowing with these great reads and a few activities inspired by the stories.

WordGirl's Word of the Week: Champion

by Brian Kraker

Jun 11, 2013

Scholastic’s definition dynamo provides an opportunity to discuss sportsmanship.

5 Reasons to Read the Newspaper With Your Kids Today (and Every Day)

by Amy Mascott

Jun 10, 2013

Start reading the newspaper with your kids today and watch the learning grow exponentially.

Encourage Your Child to Read as Tall as a Redwood

by Sonja Cole

Jun 07, 2013

Discover books and activities for budding environmentalists.