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Wrinkle in Time….beginning on Monday 7/20

Last day to sign up for the Hackley online summer online program of Wrinkle in Time is this Friday. If you have any questions about how it works, please send me an email and I would be happy to explain:)

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clearing up working memory

This is a great spot to visit to gain some deeper understanding about working memory….. http://blog.brainfacts.org/2013/05/how-can-we-enhance-working-memory/#.VZHypnD3arV  

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10 Reasons Nonreaders Dont Read — And How to Change Their Minds | Scholastic.com

Children are not born with a natural aversion to reading. Learn how to help reluctant readers begin to love books. Source: 10 Reasons Nonreaders Dont Read — And How to Change Their Minds | Scholastic.com

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Last call for summer online book clubs….

The first book, Nightmares by Jason Segel, will be kicking off in a few short weeks. Please contact the summer programs office if you want your child to take part! If you are unsure if a particular text is right … Continue reading

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4 Inspired Tech Solutions for Reluctant Readers | graphite Blog

Source: 4 Inspired Tech Solutions for Reluctant Readers | graphite Blog

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Summer Learning Loss Study: Can ‘Summer Slide’ Be Prevented?

Summer Learning Loss Study: Can ‘Summer Slide’ Be Prevented?. I’ve been approached by a few parents recently about summer work for their child and whether or not I feel that children should have an “academic free” summer. Although I am … Continue reading

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Q&A: Raising Kids Who Want To Read : NPR Ed : NPR

Q&A: Raising Kids Who Want To Read : NPR Ed : NPR. Great interview with Daniel Willingham about his new book.

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Summer registration is open!

All of the Hackley summer programs are now available! Please click through to see the amazing classes that are running. The online book circles are under summer academics (page 30 of the catalogue) – I can’t wait to see who … Continue reading

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Psychology: Social-Emotional Learning & Learning to Read – Dr. Mark Greenberg

Psychology: Social-Emotional Learning & Learning to Read – Dr. Mark Greenberg. Great information on understanding the link between emotion and cognition!

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Summer online reading

Hi there! I wanted to let you know that the books that will be used of our online literature circles have been chosen! They are…. (drumroll) July 6th – July 17th Nightmares! By Jason Segel July 20 – July 31 … Continue reading

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