A DIGITALLY SMART APPROACH TO READING AND LITERACY SKILLS

THE HABIT OF READING IS MADE BY CHOICE, NOT BY FORCE.

Research suggests that "Children Who Are Provided With An Informal Environment To Choose What They Read Show Better Reading And Literacy Skills." - The Power Of Reading: Insights From The Research, 2004

Informal Reading Environment

Providing Children with an Informal Reading Environment

In Stephen Krashen’s influential book, “The Power of Reading” the acclaimed researcher emphasizes the significance of creating informal environments for reading. Krashen argues that when children are free to choose their preferred reading materials in an informal environment, their reading proficiency and overall literacy skills increase. Let’s explore how this aspect, highlighted in Krashen’s book, leads to enhanced reading comprehension and literacy development in children.

Research suggests that "Exposing Kids To Appropriate E-Books/ Digital Content Could Increase The Average Reading Levels By Upto 8.4 Months." - Research by national Literacy Trust.

Online Reading can Improve Academic Results

Online Reading can Improve Academic Results

Exposing Kids To Appropriate E-Books/ Digital Content Could Increase The Average Reading Levels By Upto 8.4 Months. The National Literacy Trust, United Kingdom, conducted a study in 2014/15 to investigate the impact of ebooks and online content on reading within the school environment. The study included a survey with over 30,000 responses from UK pupils aged 8 to 16, providing valuable insights into the preferences and behaviors related to reading on digital devices.

Research suggests that "“15-Minutes” Is The Differentiator Between A Successful Student And A Struggling Student In Terms Of Their Overall Academic Performance."- Renaissance Learning.

15 MINUTES Daily Reading Practice

THE MAGIC OF 15 MINUTES:Daily Reading Practice

“15-Minutes” Is The Differentiator Between A Successful Student And A Struggling Student In Terms Of Their Overall Academic Performance. Reading is an underrated skill. Isn’t it? To be able to read, or read well is one of the metrics that defines literacy skills as well as signifies academic achievement. At every age, students are assessed on their reading and comprehension skills that depict their understanding of the concept, vocabulary and memory power and creative expression.

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Frequently Asked Questions on screen time for Children

Frequently Asked Questions on screen time for Children

Parents are puzzled by a lot of doubts regarding the screen time of children. Here, we have tried to answer as many Frequently Asked Questions as possible. You must’ve told your children that excessive usage of gadgets is harmful to health, not to use too much otherwise your studies would be affected, do some physical activity and don’t sit in one place all the time. Well, your worries are in fact right and backed by scientific research!

Is your little one highly inquisitive? Do they question everything around them? Do they have an insatiable thirst to know more about the depths of things? Well, Congratulations! You might just have a great researcher in the making! Curiosity is a remarkable trait found in children. Studies have consistently shown a positive correlation between curiosity and higher academic performance in kids.

Curious Kids to Research Rockstars: Nurturing Young Minds Towards Research

Is your little one highly inquisitive? Do they question everything around them? Do they have an insatiable thirst to know more about the depths of things? Well, Congratulations! You might just have a great researcher in the making! Curiosity is a remarkable trait found in children. Studies have consistently shown a positive correlation between curiosity and higher academic performance in kids.

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BUILDING A SAFE SPACE FOR THEIR CURIOUS WANDERINGS

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