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Power Parent

A GRPS Magazine | January 2021

December 14, 2020

Literacy

It’s always a good time to think about reading, a fundamental building block of learning. We all know that first children learn to read, and then they read to learn. No matter how old your kids are, or how well they are reading now, you can help them become better readers. Check out this issue of Power Parent to learn more!

December 14, 2020

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December 14, 2020

Purposeful Conversations

What is a High Quality Conversation? The kind of conversation that provides the best context for a child to build his language and literacy skills is one in which: the […]

December 14, 2020

GRPS Curriculum Resources & Supports

Grand Rapids Public Schools’ Curriculum Guide shares important information about Academic Preparation for students in grades 9-12.  GRPS Parent Toolkit Contents English Curriculum K-5 ReadyGen...

December 14, 2020

Literacy Resources for the Early Childhood Student

Everyday Steps to Reading Did you know that children begin their path to reading as babies when they hear and respond to the sound of a human voice? Literacy—the ability […]

December 14, 2020

English Language Learners (ELL)

Reading with Babies & Toddlers It’s never too early to start reading to your child!  While reading with a baby or toddler may look different than reading with an older […]

December 14, 2020

Literacy Resources for the Elementary School Student

How Can I Get My Child to Read More? Upon entering third grade, students will find their reading abilities challenged much more than in earlier grades. Texts will be longer […]

December 14, 2020

Top Children’s Books from 2020

Are you tired of reading the same bedtime story over and over again? Or maybe you want to encourage your tween to try a new series? Whatever you need, this […]

December 14, 2020

Literacy Resources for the Middle and High School Student

9 Ways to Get Teens Reading Parents know how to inspire a love of books in babies and toddlers: Just put ’em on your lap, and start reading. But as kids […]

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