Blog Posts for Caregivers
Supporting Early Literacy Through Everyday Interactions With Dr. Ece Demir-Lira
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
Dr. Ece Demir-Lira, an assistant professor in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences at the University of Iowa, shares how caregivers can support their children's early literacy development.
How Teachers, Parents, and Friends Can Support Student Reading Motivation
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
Researcher Daisy Pelletier discusses her work on student reading motivation and its implications for parents and teachers.
The Value of Reading Support From Teachers, Parents, and Friends
Tuesday, December 17, 2024
Pelletier et al. (2024) examine different sources and forms of reading support and their impacts on students’ reading motivation.
Reading Assessments and Their Purposes
Tuesday, September 24, 2024
Throughout the school year, your child’s teacher may use universal screeners, diagnostic assessments, progress monitoring, and more to gain a deeper understanding of how to best support your child’s literacy development.
Breaking Assistive Technology Myths
Tuesday, October 17, 2023
Assistive technology can allow students to fully realize their academic potential, but there are many misconceptions about it. Let’s review some common myths about AT!
Book Recommendations About and for Children With Dyslexia and Their Caregivers
Monday, October 2, 2023
To celebrate Dyslexia Awareness Month, our assistive technology coordinators have curated a list of books by and about individuals with dyslexia.
Getting Ready for a New School Year With Assistive Technology
Tuesday, August 22, 2023
Follow this four-step guide to successfully implement assistive technology into your children's toolbox.
Coming Together to Support Children’s Literacy with Kareem Weaver
Tuesday, June 27, 2023
Educator and activist Kareem Weaver talks about the science of reading movement, the importance of collective action, and more.
Leveraging Your Local Library’s Literacy Resources
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
Make the most of your public library’s free resources to help support literacy learning in children and teens.
Listen Up: Five Stellar Science of Reading Podcasts Worth Trying
Tuesday, April 11, 2023
These podcasts offer an entertaining and engaging way to learn more about the science of reading.
Scope and Sequence: What Is It, and How Do Educators Use It to Guide Instruction?
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
Learn how to gain an understanding of whether a literacy program provides systematic and thorough instruction for all students.
Learning English with your Children and Teens: Using a Chore Chart to Practice Overall Fluency
Tuesday, March 29, 2022
Planning out the week’s chores provides an excellent opportunity to practice English skills.
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