Battle of the Books: Reading as a Team Sport
Are you feeling like you might have to duct tape your kid to a chair to get her to read? Battle of the Books is a big deal at many schools. The kids on the team have a lot of fun and get a lot of reading done. Here are some of the reasons it works and why it’s a great way to get your visual kid reading more.







There are some great opportunities for learning this weekend with Halloween and Daylight Savings time both happening. We found some great learning activities to inspire you to have some fun with it.
The key to prevent summer learning loss for all kids, especially visual learners, is to make learning hands on, make it visual, add lots of art and time to create and above all – make it FUN. Summer is great for messy, creative and experimental activities because everything can be done outside!
From doctor’s appointments for school physicals, waiting in line at amusement parks or riding in the car on road trips, waiting is everywhere this summer. Why not use this time to prevent summer learning loss?
Apps are a great way to get your visual learners engaged in subjects that can be a little challenging at school. Many of these apps are designed to help them think creatively and innovate, skills in which they excel.
Tablets and phones can be utilized as valuable teaching tools for your children, their mobility means they can go anywhere a child does and a great way to encourage your children to be tech savvy. We’ve curated a list for you. Here are 7 of my favorite literacy apps.