Words are powerful, and a rich vocabulary can provide young people with significant advantages. Successful vocabulary development is associated with better vocational, academic and health outcomes.

There are effective techniques for teaching vocabulary, but it's impossible to explicitly teach all the words kids need to become proficient readers. Vocabulary is key to reading comprehension, and ...

It's important to help your child foster a love for reading no matter their age to build vocabulary and spark imaginative ...

University of Georgia undergraduate education classes are tutoring reading skills with kindergarteners this spring in a local high poverty school. We are trying to support the children as they get on ...

“There just isn’t enough time in the day to teach everything our students need to know.” This is a common refrain among teachers, especially in elementary grades where we are required to teach content ...

The film follows Jack, a student who realizes his vocabulary and reading skills are lacking after struggling with a spelling word. Inspired by a classmate, Sue, he begins to write down unfamiliar ...

U.S. students -- from the richest to the least privileged -- have trouble with words, and they're getting worse. This time, though, it's not just the schools that are failing them. A recent news ...

In today’s fast-paced world, parents often struggle to find effective learning habits that fit into a busy schedule. But experts say even 10 minutes of daily reading can significantly boost a child’s ...