One key 6th grade reading skill
Surprise! This teacher’s description of the new expectations for student reading is nothing like the sixth grade most parents remember.
7th grade reading
This year, your child should be making inferences, evaluating evidence, and delving into the language and structure of what they read.
6th grade reading
Students analyze different types of text and learn to interpret figurative and nuanced language.
Academic vocabulary words for 8th graders
These words are important for your child's reading comprehension and overall understanding of new concepts across many subjects.
Academic vocabulary words for 7th graders
These high-value vocabulary words for seventh graders are important for your child's deeper understanding of meaning and context.
Academic vocabulary words for 6th graders
These are the "hard" words your sixth grader should tackle this year.
Research project idea: Be a travel agent
Looking for a great research project for your child? Have your child research and plan a real or virtual trip — budget and all.
It's never too late! Teenagers can dramatically improve their reading skills.
It's never too late! Learn how teenagers can dramatically improve their reading skills.
Why boys don't read
Fact: boys don't read as much as girls. This reading gender gap is affecting boys' performance in high school and beyond.
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