Reading Reform Will Fail Without Families
Reading reforms need more than new curricula—they require active, informed family engagement to support children’s literacy
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Looking for flexible work during school hours? Substitute teaching can be a great part-time job for parents—plus a way to
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Awards serve as exclamation marks—chances to pause and say, this matters. Maya Payne Smart reflects on building change with
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Even a little school volunteering can elevate your child’s learning, deepen your bond, and yield some great side benefits.
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What do the 2024 NAEP national reading scores mean for your child? Get key takeaways and action steps for
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Stop stressing about being the perfect parent volunteer! Learn how to support your child’s education in a way that fits your
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Discover what your child should learn & do to grow into a thriving reader, and how to use milestones to support their progress in
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Parenting author and literacy expert Maya Payne Smart shares exciting plans for 2025, plus literacy for all successes in
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Choosing a preschool or childcare for your child? Use this guide from national literacy thought leader Maya Payne Smart to make
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