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Teaching Tips, Multisensory Learning, Readiness, Announcements
Earlier this year we expanded our award-winning K–5 handwriting curriculum to Pre-K with a new emergent writing component. Now, we're thrilled to announce that our complete curriculum is available for cats!
By Learning Without Tears
2 minutes
Readiness
One of the most exciting parts of being a kid is finding a great book to dive into and explore. It’s important to encourage reading for your child at an early age to properly set them up for comprehension as they grow older. From the ages of 5–7, a child’s comprehension levels are ever-changing, so it’s natural to carefully consider which books are most appropriate for the child to spend time reading.
By .
3 minutes
Teaching Tips, Home Connection, Families
These words sum up one of the most important reasons to read aloud. Daily read-alouds have the power to transport children into past, present, and future worlds. And as they listen to stories, again and again, they gain the literacy skills needed to develop reading identities and ultimately become lifelong readers.
By Laura Robb
5 mins
Teaching Tips, Multisensory Learning
Recognizing and Celebrating Black History in February and All Year Long
By Learning Without Tears
3 mins
In the News, Announcements
5 Fun Facts and 4 Great Activities for Presidents' Day!
By LWT staff
4 mins
Teaching Tips, Multisensory Learning, Home Connection
One of the first lessons we learn as kids is how to count numbers. Opening the door to mathematics, learning numbers is a crucial skill to master in the earliest years of education.
By Learning Without Tears
4 min
Multisensory Learning, Teaching Tips, Home Connection
How to Improve Handwriting for Autistic Students
By Learning Without Tears
4 mins
Home Connection
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By Learning Without Tears
4 mins
Home Connection
Who doesn’t love a good paper snowflake? Besides being a fun and festive winter activity, these simple decorations are a wonderful opportunity for children to build fine motor skills with folding and cutting muscle movements.
By Megan Parker
2 mins