If you have made a resolution to be more involved in your child’s education this year, here are some easy ways to work toward that goal.
1. Invest in Audio Books—Books on “tape” are not meant to replace reading, but rather to supplement it. For younger children, this is a great way to teach them about rhythm, flow, and the beauty of literature. Audio books help older kids with reading comprehension and are a perfect way to introduce the classics. There are many online resources for audio books. Books Should Be Free has an incredible collection of classics available in various formats. Greathall Productions has a diverse collection of reasonably priced CD sets by storyteller Jim Weiss. Barefoot Books also carries some excellent books with CDs, and many are multicultural. Story Nory publishes a free audio story once a week, all of which are read by professional actors.
