[Baby Hoots-Big Hoots and beyond (ages 6 months-12 years old)] In a world of technology, the magical pages of books look dull and prehistoric compared to the glow of our screens. If there are so many wonderful stories for our children to scroll, click, and swipe through, why continue bothering with reading physical books? What’s […]
Category: Virtual
5 Ways Books Boost Social Skills in Children
[For Lil’-Big Hoots and beyond (ages 18 months-12 years old)] There are over 7.7 billion people in the world, and for the better part of 2-years, we had to literally keep each other at arm’s length. Babies were born. Children walked for the first time while family members watched over Zoom and FaceTime. Our kids […]
How to Enhance Your Book Club
In the early days of reading, kids are mostly focused on getting the hang of it and perfecting their skills. But once the foundation is laid, the real fun can begin. Exploring different genres is key when it comes to discovering what types of stories kids find most interesting – and there’s no better way […]
How to Avoid the Summer Slide
The school year is winding down, and as we prepare for summer break, there are two words that loom large and unwelcome: summer slide. Routine is key to a well-rounded education, and months without that routine take their toll. When students do not have a strict academic schedule, performance and retention slip. What is the […]
The Benefits of Virtual Learning
We are officially four months into 2021, and this year has already proven to be a faster – and better – one than the last. 2020 was a year of such change and heartache for so many. For educators, it was also a time to find new ways to instill magic in learning and to […]