Phonemic awareness is one of the most important building blocks of learning to read, but it’s often confused with phonological awareness and phonics. In this guide, we’ll break down the three P’s of learning to read so you can understand how these skills build on each other to support strong readers.

Pencil grasp might seem like a tiny detail when your preschooler is coloring, but it plays a big role in how their writing develops over time. In this guide, we’ll cover simple pencil grasp tricks and activities that can help your preschooler build strong writing habits from the start.

Big City Readers Summer Book Picks for Preschoolers and Kindergarteners

As a former kindergarten teacher, I can tell you, kindergarten success for your child isn't just about academics.