I was talking to a friend the other day about an impending long car ride she would be taking with her five-year-old granddaughter. She was wondering how she could help pass the time and I mentioned the possibility of getting some audiobooks for the … [Read more...]
The Importance of Powerful Word Choice
Words are very powerful, and a descriptive word is especially powerful in elevating a piece of writing to the next level. When talking with your child about writing, it’s important to help him understand that he needs to create an image for his … [Read more...]
Boosting Your Child’s Vocabulary
Many parents ask for guidance on how to enrich their child’s vocabulary, both in speaking and writing. Most words in a child's vocabulary come from everyday encounters with language. Therefore you can help shape these encounters by broadening their … [Read more...]