Jennifer Campbell

Fluency: What It Is and Why It’s Important

Fluency can be broken down into 3 components: the ability to read a passage accurately (without having to stop and decode individual words), at a reasonable pace (not too fast or too slow), and with proper expression (paying attention to punctuation). Let’s explore the different facets of fluency and how you can help your child master each one. For convenience, we’ve listed individual interventions under each component; but you’ll quickly find that these activities are beneficial for all aspects of fluency!

By Jennifer Campbell, ago
Helping Your Struggling Reader

Helping Your Struggling Reader

Some kids seem to be born readers. They pick up on the nuances of phonetics quickly and are reading independently on or before schedule. However, not all children find reading to be an easy skill to master – and that’s alright. Each child becomes proficient at reading at their own pace. The good news is, if your child struggles with reading, there are several things you can do to help him improve his skills.

By Jennifer Campbell, ago

10 Things Your Kids Should Know About Martin Luther King Jr.

On January 16th our country will celebrate Martin Luther King Day. This holiday is the perfect time to reflect with your child on the amazing life of one of civil rights’ most important figures. Why not take some time as a family to discuss some of the significant events in King’s life? Red Apple Reading has compiled a list of 10 things your kids should know about Dr. King to get you started.

By Jennifer Campbell, ago
Books: The Perfect Gift - Red Apple Reading

Books: The Perfect Gift

With the holiday season at hand, many of us our gearing up to do our Christmas shopping. It can be intimidating trying to find that just right present for each person on our list. Plus, hitting the stores and surfing the internet for hours can put a damper on the merriest person’s holiday cheer. Skip the Christmas present stress this year. Red Apple Reading has the perfect gift idea for everyone on your list: books

By Jennifer Campbell, ago

Thankful for Reading

With the Thanksgiving season at hand, our thoughts naturally turn toward gratitude. No matter our current circumstances we all have something for which to be grateful. In fact, we often take our most precious gifts for granted. For instance, have you ever considered the advantages that being literate affords? Red Apple Reading would like to take time this holiday season to remind our friends what a privilege it is to read!

By Jennifer Campbell, ago

Building Your Child’s Vocabulary

A robust vocabulary is a vital part of literacy. While a child may be able to read a word, it doesn’t necessarily mean she understands the meaning of the word. Reading is an important life skill and kids will only reap the full benefits if they understand the text. A large vocabulary improves a child’s reading comprehension. So what can you do to help build a child’s vocabulary? Red Apple Reading has a few suggestions.

By Jennifer Campbell, ago

Helping Toddlers with Pre-Reading Skills

If you have a toddler at home, you may not have thought much about teaching her to read. Most parents of toddlers would be thrilled if their little one would just learn to keep their food on their plate! While most toddlers have several years before they begin to read fluently, there are some activities you can begin now in order to build a strong reading foundation. And trust us, your child will be in much better shape when starting school if you have already taken the time to do these things!

By Jennifer Campbell, ago

Settling Into a New School Year

The school supplies have been purchased, orientations attended, and bed times have been established – the new school year is underway! Most parents have started settling in to the routine for the fall, but how are your children adjusting? Don’t assume that no news is good news. Specific probing statements and questions such as, “Tell me about your teacher”, or “What subject do you think you might struggle the most with this year?” can help your child to open up. Red Apple Reading has some tips for helping your child navigate issues with friends, teachers, and homework.

By Jennifer Campbell, ago

Must-Have School Supplies

Summer vacation is over for most and the new school year is under way. It’s time for back- to- school shopping (if you haven’t already done it)! If shopping for school supplies isn’t at the top of your list of fun things to do, take heart! There are a lot of nifty back to school supplies out there waiting to cheer you (and your little one) up and make going back to school more exciting! We have great finds for the eco-friendly, the tech-savvy, the trendy and the fun-loving! Let’s take a look at some of these cool school supplies!

By Jennifer Campbell, ago