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November 2019

Power Parent

A GRPS Magazine | November 2019

November 1, 2019

Reading Strong

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.

November 1, 2019

Features


November 1, 2019

Power of literacy

Literacy is the ability to read, view, write, design, speak and listen in a way that allows you to communicate effectively. The power of literacy lies not just in the […]

November 1, 2019

Meal time is valuable time

Meal time is valuable time QUESTIONS TO DISCUSS THIS MONTH Why do some people love books? Can you name a favorite book or two? What about a favorite character? How […]

November 1, 2019

In grades 1, 2, and 3

First, second, and third graders usually love to play Concentration, a game that tests visual memory. Perhaps because their young brains are so sharp, youngsters can often soundly defeat the...

November 1, 2019

Expand access to learning

Grand Rapids Public Library Grand Rapids Public Library offers programs for children and adults of all ages, including the One Book, One City for Kids partnership with GRPS. This annual […]

November 1, 2019

Visit a public library

Most public libraries host story hours for young children. When you take your children, you can: read and sing together and with other families enjoy stories, music, movement and rhymes […]

November 1, 2019

For good learning habits

As a parent, you can help in many ways. When you tell your children what you expect from them, both during school and outside of school, it gives them a […]

November 1, 2019

Protect your children

Unfortunately, predators have many ways to approach and lure children via the internet . Make sure you know ways to keep your children safe online. Today, children are considered digital […]

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