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fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
5 days ago

In brief: New East Contra Costa health care education program starting

The newly launched Healthcare Literacy Council of Contra Costa County is leading a public education campaign to help people make better use of their health coverage, avoid unnecessary emergency room visits and get the care they need more affordably and effectively.
Public health
fromBlack Enterprise
1 week ago

Black-Owned Bookstore Turned Community Hub In NYC Faces Risk Of Being Shelved

Sister's Uptown Bookstore and Cultural Center faces challenges due to decreased sales, political pressures, and needs new audience engagement to prevent closure.
fromFast Company
1 week ago

A new generation of magazines is getting kids to put down their phones

Children's magazines are experiencing a renaissance due to new startups catering to modern youth themes and interests.
fromScary Mommy
3 weeks ago

My Tween Has Gained So Much Independence & Confidence From Reading '90s Books

Reading childhood favorites helps children develop independence and confidence.
#education
Women in technology
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Teacher reveals why she's quitting on her students: 'I don't really have faith in some of these kids'

Technology is negatively impacting literacy among students, according to a departing teacher.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 months ago

Education Committee OKs M.S. 394 Closure, to be Replaced by School For Struggling Readers

M.S. 394 will be phased out to open a new academy focused on struggling readers.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 months ago

Three Brooklyn schools awarded $40K each to boost literacy through state grants * Brooklyn Paper

Three Brooklyn schools receive funding for literacy improvement initiatives through state assembly member's Structured Literacy initiative.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

NYC should look to the Mississippi Miracle to learn how to teach reading

Mississippi fourth-graders currently outperform New York City peers in reading, marking a significant academic shift.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
Women in technology

Teacher reveals why she's quitting on her students: 'I don't really have faith in some of these kids'

fromBKReader
2 months ago
Brooklyn

Education Committee OKs M.S. 394 Closure, to be Replaced by School For Struggling Readers

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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

The radical 1960s schools experiment that created a whole new alphabet and left thousands of children unable to spell

The Initial Teaching Alphabet aimed to accelerate children's reading skills but left lasting confusion for some users.
#new-york-city
NYC parents
fromChalkbeat
2 months ago

Literacy support, HBCU classes, health care careers: 7 new schools coming to NYC

New public schools in NYC aim to address enrollment challenges and meet community educational needs.
NYC parents
fromChalkbeat
2 months ago

Literacy support, HBCU classes, health care careers: 7 new schools coming to NYC

New public schools in NYC aim to address enrollment challenges and meet community educational needs.
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fromPsychology Today
4 weeks ago

How a Behavioral Scientist's Career Began in Kindergarten

Early foundational skills significantly influence long-term academic success.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Kids and Chatbots: When AI Feels Like a Friend

Kids interact with chatbots as if they're people due to emotional connections, making understanding their use crucial for healthy interactions.
Artificial intelligence
fromWashington Post
3 years ago

Perspective | Nonfiction books gave my grandkids no joy last Christmas. It was my fault.

This year, Renaissance Learning put out new and differently organized 'What Kids Are Reading' lists that expose my ignorance. Instead of revealing just the most popular print books, the lists show the top 12 print books and top 12 digital books for each grade.
Education
#reading
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fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Readers can 'level up' at Campbell Library this summer

The Santa Clara County Library District launches summer reading program to boost literacy and enrichment among all age groups.
fromwww.npr.org
7 years ago

What's Going On In Your Child's Brain When You Read Them A Story?

The effectiveness of storytelling for children varies by medium, affecting brain engagement.
The study reveals a 'Goldilocks effect' in storytelling techniques for young children.
NYC parents
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 month ago

Brooklyn mom launches little libraries with big purpose * Brooklyn Paper

Dessa Carroll launched Brown Babies n' Books to address the lack of diversity in children's literature and promote Black and Brown stories.
Boston food
fromDefector
2 months ago

Confessions Of A Spelling Bee Pronouncer | Defector

The Binder is essential for the annual Boston Citywide Spelling Bee, ensuring operational security around the competition's word list.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

The Strand to open new book store location near Lincoln Center | amNewYork

Strand Bookstore is opening a new location near Lincoln Center this summer, taking over the Shakespeare & Co. lease.
fromDodger Blue
2 months ago

Max Muncy & Andrew Friedman Participate In Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation Reading Event

The Dodgers Foundation emphasizes literacy through community programs and partnerships to enhance education for local children.
Writing
fromBustle
2 months ago

Lea Michele Finally Proved That She Can Read

Lea Michele debunks the conspiracy theory surrounding her literacy, stating that she can read and was on the debate team.
fromYahoo Sports
2 months ago

Bobby Witt Jr. encourages kids to keep reading at downtown KC school

Bobby Witt Jr.'s impact goes beyond baseball, inspiring youth through his commitment to literacy and community engagement.
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago

Turns Out Parents Really Don't Like Reading To Their Kids

A survey from HarperCollins UK found that only 41% of parents read to their children regularly, a significant drop from 64% in 2012.
Parenting
fromeLearning
3 months ago
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Bring Stories to Life: Designing Choose-Your-Own-Adventure Activities with Adobe Captivate - eLearning

CYOA activities enhance engagement, literacy, and critical thinking in educational settings.
Parenting
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

This parenting tradition is dying with Gen Z - and it's harming their kids

Gen Z parents find reading bedtime stories less enjoyable, leading to a decrease in reading aloud to children.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

California libraries losing millions in funding after Trump terminates federal grant

California libraries prepare for severe funding cuts affecting literacy and educational programs due to federal budget changes.
Books
fromOpen Culture
3 months ago

Why the Romans Stopped Reading Books

Reading culture in ancient Rome declined alongside the empire's wider cultural decay, with significant impacts on literature and education.
Books
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 months ago

An old dairy barn is transformed into a book lover's paradise

Reading holds immense transformative power, as emphasized by Janis Amodeo.
The Book Barn is a community-driven organization supporting literacy and charitable efforts through book donations.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Book swaps at tube stations are invaluable bring them back | Letters

The book-share at Willesden Green was a much-loved community resource, especially for the growing number who cannot afford to buy books these days.
London politics
Television
fromNature
4 months ago

An experiment in mass education using satellite TV

Initiatives to broadcast educational content in India aim to enhance literacy in rural areas.
Camels have adapted to thrive in the Nevada desert, reflecting ecological resilience.
Parenting
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

Read a Book With Your Child and Dream Together

Reading fiction enhances literacy and empathy.
Sharing stories enriches family connections and individual identity.
Increased storytelling leads to better social skills in children.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
5 months ago

Brooklyn Org Spark Prize Winner: Brooklyn Bodega

Brooklyn Book Bodega won the 2025 Spark Prize to enhance literacy and provide books to children across New York City.
Books
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

Ministers urged to add audiobooks to England's new schools curriculum

Audiobooks should be integrated into the school curriculum to address declining reading enjoyment among children.
History
fromMedievalists.net
5 months ago

The Mailman Was a Spy: Espionage in the Medieval Islamic World - Medievalists.net

The medieval Islamic world established a sophisticated spy network intertwined with its postal system, well ahead of post-classical Europe.
Parenting
fromDaily Mom magazine
5 months ago

Learn How To Read With Phonics: 3 Steps To Teach Phonics

Phonics is the preferred method for teaching reading, enabling strong decoding skills and boosting children's confidence in reading.
Books
fromThe Atlantic
5 months ago

The Commons: Teaching Lucy

The solution to America's literacy crisis is a balanced approach to reading instruction, incorporating both phonics and whole language strategies.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 months ago

Libraries will only exist for as long as we borrow from them. Consider it your civic duty | Jodi Wilson

Libraries support authors through a lending rights scheme and foster community engagement.
Borrowing books from libraries benefits both readers and authors.
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