The number of words your first grader can read and spell increases dramatically during this year. Children can achieve this through lots of practice, at school and at home. Through talking with adults, listening to books read aloud, and discussing everyday experiences, they continue to develop the language skills that help them learn to read…
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What grammar topics should my child know by grade 2?
Grammar is a vital aspect of language, especially for younger children. At any stage, it is of utmost importance as communication can be misunderstood without the proper use of grammar. Hence, whether is basic nouns or verbs or even using punctuation accurately. The concepts and skills attained are beneficial at every age. Curriculum for Grammar…
What should my child know before starting school?
Research shows that children who are well-prepared for their first year of school have a much better chance of settling in and succeeding in school, giving them a significant head start for later years. Apart from basic skills such as listening and following simple instructions, communicating their needs, they should also be able to understand…
Parents who do not speak English: How can I raise a bilingual child?
As a parent, one of the challenges one can face is raising a bilingual child. Learning a language is a skill. And, as with any other skill such as learning to play an instrument or a sport, practice is vital. Raising bilingual children is a lifelong journey. Providing our children ways to boost their language…
Improving spoken English: 10 tips that work!
1. Reading a habit: Parents can begin by making reading a habit for their toddlers. At a specific time, such as ‘bedtime’ the child and parent read together. While a child snuggle to their parent, the warmth and coziness makes them enjoy the book and concentrate better. This expands vocabulary which surely improves language. 2….
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