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Browse through the blog articles written by Jann Fujimoto in Oconomowoc, WI with tips & advice to help parents & children with language issues
Ready or not, summer is here. Reading to and with your children each and every day is an important way to increase your child’s attention span, vocabulary, and literacy skills. Studies show just six books a summer (that’s a half a book every week over a typical twelve-week summer vacation) can help children maintain the […]
Ready or not, summer is here. Reading to and with your children each and every day is an important way to increase your child's attention span, vocabulary, and literacy skills. Studies show just six books a summer (that's a half a book every week over a typical twelve-week summer vacation) can help children maintain the gains learned over the academic year. Here are 6 books appropriate to get … [Read more...]
Did you know that reading just six books over the summer can help prevent the dreaded summer reading slide? Without summertime reading, children can lose the academic skills they’ve worked on during the school year. With twelve weeks in a typical summer vacation, that is just half a book a week. Be sure to find […]
Did you know that reading just six books over the summer can help prevent the dreaded summer reading slide? Without summertime reading, children can lose the academic skills they've worked on during the school year. With twelve weeks in a typical summer vacation, that is just half a book a week. Be sure to find books with a “just right” reading level. If you need some book suggestions, ask your … [Read more...]
Depending on where you live, your child may have already started school or you may still have another month left in your summer break. If you’re looking for fun and low-cost ideas to get out and explore, take a look at these 9 Summer Activities for Kids That Cost Less Than $10 Jann Fujimoto, MS […]
Depending on where you live, your child may have already started school or you may still have another month left in your summer break. If you're looking for fun and low-cost ideas to get out and explore, take a look at these 9 Summer Activities for Kids That Cost Less Than $10 Jann Fujimoto, MS CCC-SLP, has taken her kids to kid-friendly festivals, pools, and a Jelly Belly factory tour for … [Read more...]
With busy family schedules, it can be hard to get the family in one place for a meal. Whether it’s a formal holiday gathering, a fast food stop during a road trip, or a night when everyone is home for a meal, eating together is a family matter. When your family gathers together for a meal, […]
With busy family schedules, it can be hard to get the family in one place for a meal. Whether it’s a formal holiday gathering, a fast food stop during a road trip, or a night when everyone is home for a meal, eating together is a family matter. When your family gathers together for a meal, wherever you are, be sure to turn off the tech. It doesn’t matter if the devices are placed in a basket or … [Read more...]
A child not reading at grade level by the end of first grade has an 88% chance of not reading at grade level by 4th grade, according to a 2012 study by the Annie E. Casey Foundation study. A child’s overall exposure to books and language prior to first grade contributes to these reading skills. […]
A child not reading at grade level by the end of first grade has an 88% chance of not reading at grade level by 4th grade, according to a 2012 study by the Annie E. Casey Foundation study. A child's overall exposure to books and language prior to first grade contributes to these reading skills. While a child might not be as a baby, knowing how to hold a book, recognizing that the text is upside … [Read more...]
Books bring people together. Whether it’s a beloved childhood classic or a mandatory high school reading assignment, books provide opportunities for people to discuss ideas and share different perspectives about a common element. Book clubs give more life to books Reading becomes a social activity when you’re part of a book club. The story isn’t […]
Books bring people together. Whether it's a beloved childhood classic or a mandatory high school reading assignment, books provide opportunities for people to discuss ideas and share different perspectives about a common element. Book clubs give more life to books Reading becomes a social activity when you're part of a book club. The story isn't just shared with the reader but with the group of … [Read more...]
Don’t let the learning stop when school is out for the summer. Reading just six books over the summer can help a struggling reader from falling back further. Be sure to find a book with a “just right” reading level. If you need some book suggestions, ask your child’s classroom teacher, school librarian, or public […]
Don’t let the learning stop when school is out for the summer. Reading just six books over the summer can help a struggling reader from falling back further. Be sure to find a book with a “just right” reading level. If you need some book suggestions, ask your child’s classroom teacher, school librarian, or public librarian for help. One of my favorite resources for summer reading programs is … [Read more...]
This site contains affiliate links to products. SpeechWorks may receive a commission, at no additional cost to you, for purchases made through these links. July is National Ice Cream Month and the 3rd Sunday of July is National Ice Cream Day! Here are some ice cream themed ideas for you to celebrate all month long […]
This site contains affiliate links to products. SpeechWorks may receive a commission, at no additional cost to you, for purchases made through these links. July is National Ice Cream Month and the 3rd Sunday of July is National Ice Cream Day! Here are some ice cream themed ideas for you to celebrate all month long (and only one includes eating ice cream): Create numerous flavors and … [Read more...]
This site contains affiliate links to products. SpeechWorks may receive a commission, at no additional cost to you, for purchases made through these links. August 10 is National S’mores Day! Whether your kids are back in school or you’re still enjoying a few more weeks of summer, be sure to enjoy a yummy trifecta of […]
This site contains affiliate links to products. SpeechWorks may receive a commission, at no additional cost to you, for purchases made through these links. August 10 is National S’mores Day! Whether your kids are back in school or you’re still enjoying a few more weeks of summer, be sure to enjoy a yummy trifecta of graham crackers, chocolate and marshmallows today. Holidays like National … [Read more...]
When the days of summer are longer and the schedules are often looser, bedtime and other school year routines sometimes go out the window yet it is still important to keep routines. Routines and summer seem like an oxymoron, but children benefit from some structure, predictability and knowledge of what to expect. Summer schedules on the […]
When the days of summer are longer and the schedules are often looser, bedtime and other school year routines sometimes go out the window yet it is still important to keep routines. Routines and summer seem like an oxymoron, but children benefit from some structure, predictability and knowledge of what to expect. Summer schedules on the road Whether your child is sleeping in a tent, a hotel, a … [Read more...]
