Of course you should read to your kids … right??
When a child is struggling to learn to read, I often hear the recommendation, “You should read with your child every day”. When I inquire about homework or a home reading plan, parents often respond that they have been instructed to read to their children. They may...
Ain’t That PUF enough?
Alberta Education offers Program Unit Funding (PUF) through Early Childhood Services for children with delays or disabilities between the ages of 2 years 8 months and 6 years. It is a great program, aimed at early identification and intervention with a particular lens...
Why Do I Do What I Do?
I must confess: I am a FIXER. Part of the problem with being a fixer is that makes you critical. You see problems where maybe there are no problems. You look for problems. You CREATE problems (just ask my wife!) When I encounter a problem, I feel compelled to address...
When Children Have Trouble Reading
Benefits of Group Instruction Social Learning Theory has been popular since the 60’s and 70’s and is the foundation of our educational system. It’s no secret that children learn from observing others. In fact, we have specialized cells in our brains called mirror...
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