Articles related to "Child Literacy"



Actors Aid Child Literacy With Online Readings
Hear James Earl Jones, Amanda Bynes, Elijah Wood and other SAG actors give online readings of children's books on Screen Actors Guild Foundation's Storyline Online.
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Bookaboo on CITV to Help with Child Literacy
In March 2009, ITV launches Bookaboo on its CITV Channel. It's similar to the BBC's Jackanory about a rock star puppy that aims to help youngsters to read.
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BookPALS Aids Child Literacy with Pencil PALS
An adjunct of Screen Actors Guild Foundation's literacy program BookPALS, Pencil PALS helps improve writing skills for children by finding pen pals for kids.
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The Work of Author Jeanette McLeod
From a busy household to running a company to writing, Jeanette McLeod talks to Suite101 about how she finds time to do it all and the children's authors that inspire her
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Wizz-e The Company Bringing Literacy to Children
Far from worrying about the amount of time children spend on the internet Wizz-e takes the refreshing approach of welcoming technology as a means to help children read
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New Children's HIV Toolkit
A toolkit has been designed to help children living with HIV understand their disease and treatment. The toolkit involves children in the management of their HIV and ART.
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Nonprofit Organization Promotes Kids Comic Books
Kids Love Comics, a nonprofit organization started by award-winning cartoonists, advocates the use of comic books and graphic novels in schools and libraries.
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Planning a Kids' Reading Party
It's a progressive dinner with a literary twist and sure to be a hit with your kids and their pals - the Progressive Page-Turning Party will promote passionate readers.
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Save the Children
One in six children lives in poverty in America. Save the Children provides many programs to help with literacy, nutrition, emergency relief and more.
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Strategies for Struggling Readers
Reading is a complex activity; one that can take a lot of time and effort to master. Here are some tips to help teach struggling readers.
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Moving Beyond Awareness of Literacy Issues
It is time to face a painful reality - that many are growing up illiterate. There is much discussion of the problem. The next step is to do something about it.
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Reading Help for Older Kids
As kids enter into the third and fourth grades, parents may need to help them with more difficult reading. Here are some tips to promote the love of books in older kids.
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BookPALS Brings SAG Actors Into Classrooms
Started by Mission Impossible actress Barbara Bain, Screen Actors Guild Foundation BookPALS promotes student literacy with performing artists and classroom games.
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Interview with Reading Specialist Alethea Eason
Reading specialist Alethea Eason offers resources for creating effective literacy lessons.
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Nocturne of the Wharves
A review of Arna Bontemps influential poem along with a brief biography of one of the elite writers of this era of creativity.
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A Guide to Math Games & Toys For Kids
Math games & toys can be fun for kids & adults alike. Both board & online games can help kids learn & consolidate their mathematics skills at all ages and skill levels.
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ALA Announces the Children's Book Award Winners
The 2003 award winners announced by the American Library Association. Includes the Newbery Award Winner, Coretta Scott King Award winner, Robert Sibert Award Winner, Michael Printz Award winner,Orbis Pictus Award winners 2003.
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Homeschooling a Child with Autism
Homeschoolers can benefit from converting household chores into learning activities for their autistic children. How does this approach enhance their learning program?
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Pearson's Aboriginal Literacy Push
In Australia, millions of taxpayer dollars are being spent on a phonics program to turn back the clock on Indigenous education.
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Storytelling Books for Kids with Bears
Bears, cowboys, and even ninjas deliver messages of friendship and goodwill in these storytelling books for kids.
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Tips For Improving Literacy Skills
It is vital that children read books in order to develop their literacy skills, as these abilities are the building blocks of academic achievement.
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Benefits of Signing With Your Baby
Baby sign language has recently become very popular. Learn what benefits children really gain from baby sign language and how the process works to increase communication.
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Four First Ladies Visit Sesame Street
Among the perks of being married to the President of the United States of America? Being a guest on Sesame Street, the legendary children's program.
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Thesis Statements: Anchors to Essay Success
How to turn a topic into a thesis statement.
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Interview with Hilary McPhee, 1 June 2001
The author of Other People's Words talks about being an author, the publishing industry, the McPhee Gribble story, the Australian voice, e-books, and her latest project.
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Toni Buzzeo: Teacher, Librarian, Children's Writer
Librarian of the year and children's writer offers her experiences, tips and observations on writing for children.
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