The landscape of education in Texas is undergoing significant changes, particularly with the recent passage of Senate Bill 2 (SB 2), which introduces a school voucher system. This legislation empowers families to utilize public funds for private education, thereby broadening educational choices for … [Read more...]
How to make your child to read and become a book lover?
How to Encourage Your Kid to Love Reading? Create a cozy reading nook in your home with pillows, blankets, and their favorite books. Make reading a fun activity by organizing regular family reading sessions or book clubs. Show enthusiasm for books yourself and engage in discussions about characters … [Read more...]
Read This Not That: Why Boys Don’t Read
It’s true: Most boys don’t read. Study after study supports the claim that boys are far less likely to read for pleasure than girls. In fact, the 2010 Scholastic Kid and Family Reading Report found that, regardless of race, geography, or socioeconomic status, boys lag behind girls in … [Read more...]
Read This Not That: Full Fathom Five
Many of you have probably heard of author James Frey in the past. Frey authored the “memoir” A Million Little Pieces, which supposedly chronicled his battle with addiction in gut-wrenchingly graphic prose. Oprah – the literary king-maker – selected the title for her book club, launching the book to … [Read more...]
Wordplay: Complement and Compliment
If someone pays you a complement you should be confused rather than flattered. Likewise, your scarf probably doesn’t compliment your outfit (unless you have a talking scarf). Here’s why: To complement something means to complete or supplement something. To compliment is to praise something. So, … [Read more...]
