Encouraging Literacy
Encouraging Literacy seeks to share effective reading and writing strategies with families to encour
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sccyouthlaureate.com and I began to listen to what the clouds had to say, and I began to listen to others. And I think, most importantly for all of us, then you begin to learn to listen to the soul, the soul of yourself in here, which is also the soul of everyone else."
Encouraging Literacy is at Morrill Middle School, San Jose!
A BIG thank you to Mrs. Koo for offering an engaging workshop about Encouraging Literacy within the home for our parent community! We appreciate the support of Mrs. Koo and all of the parents who continue to show dedication to their child’s education!
Looking for a Summer Book Club for your kids? Come join us!
Parent Engagement is Parent Empowerment
www.encouragingliteracy.com One universal truth is that as parents, one of our main concerns is making sure that we provide for our children's needs. As a former classroom teacher and now a mom to two amazing girls, it's a joy...
Parenting Goals - 5 Great Books
Have you read any good parenting books lately? Please share! If you want a good read, here are some of my favorites...
http://www.encouragingliteracy.com/blog/parenting-goals-5-great-books
encouragingliteracy.com I don't know about you, but I'm not a fan of making New Year's resolutions. Resolutions are so lofty and grand. It's like standing at the base of Yosemite's Half Dome and looking straight up the...
The One and Only SJAWP!
Experiencing the San Jose Area Writing Project three ways - as a professional participant, a parent of a student, and as a teacher consultant for Parent Workshops!
encouragingliteracy.com Have you heard of the San Jose Area Writing Project (SJAWP)? If you have been looking for an organization that supports writing, check this one out. This program has something for everyone: -...
Families Learning Together - Literacy and Coding
encouragingliteracy.com Each Fall, the Santa Clara County Office of Education (SCCOE) hosts a Families Learning Together Event focusing on literacy. So why literacy and coding for this year? In an effort to emphasize the...
Santa Clara County Office of Education
The SCCOE Curriculum and Instruction team took a picture with Parent Leaders this past Friday. Please join us on October 14 for Families Learning Together! Learn more about this FREE event online: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/literacy2017-2018
Usborne Books & More. Search
Interested in books about computers and coding? Check out these titles! https://h5951.myubam.com/search?q=computers&e=611099
Literacy for Fall - Learning For All!
encouragingliteracy.com Hello Friends! Fall is the best season for kids to make great strides in learning. They are settling into their study routines and it is just before all the busyness of the festive holiday season. If...
The Best $3.34 You Will Ever Spend
I love book orders, don't you?
http://www.encouragingliteracy.com/blog/the-best-334-you-will-ever-spend
How to Find the Right Book for Your Kids
After a little summer break, it's back-to-school time! Enjoy this article about how to find the right books for your kids.
Have you ever wondered how you could help your kids with reading comprehension? Come to my workshops on Sept. 23 or Oct. 7 www.EncouragingLiteracy.com
http://www.encouragingliteracy.com/blog/how-to-find-the-right-book-for-your-kids
encouragingliteracy.com Back-To-School time is like a second chance at a new year's resolution! For many parents, back-to-school time brings about a renewed sense of hope and determination that your elementary school-aged...
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Early Bird Registration ending soon...
encouragingliteracy.com For those of you interested in the workshop "Encouraging Literacy at Home - Building Foundations for Reading," please note that the Early Bird Registration of $15 is ending soon! Encouraging...
Early Bird Registration - Fall 2017 Workshops for Parents
encouragingliteracy.com Early Bird Registration is now available for the Encouraging Literacy Fall 2017 Workshops for Parents! I have a number of workshops that may be of interest to you: *Encouraging Literacy at Home -...
My Dear Sunshine
Chinese School or Basketball? A letter in response to my daughter's plea.
encouragingliteracy.com My Dear Sunshine, "You are my sunshine, my only sunshine. You make me happy, when skies are gray." Do you remember this song? When you were a chubby little toddler, we used to sing "You Are My...
Insights from a Young Author
What insights does a 10-year-old gain from a conversation with a 14-year-old young author? Check out the interview with Hannah Kuo, author of Wildfire's Twin. http://www.encouragingliteracy.com/blog/insights-from-a-young-author
encouragingliteracy.com An Interview with Hannah Kuo, 14-Year-Old Author of Wildfire's Twin
This is the Life!
encouragingliteracy.com My little helper woke up early this Saturday morning to come with me to the Scholastic Warehouse Sales Event . As we got into the car, she declared, "Mama, do you know what I'm going to say when I...
Announcing...Fall 2017 Workshops
encouragingliteracy.com If you or your friends want to know more about how to support kids with reading and writing skills, please take advantage of the early bird registration and attend one of my workshops this fall. For...
Encouraging Literacy Workshop at Adobe
encouragingliteracy.com A few months ago, I had the privilege of presenting a reading fundamentals workshop at Adobe. This past week, I had the pleasure of being invited again, this time to present a reading...
Encouraging Young Authors
encouragingliteracy.com "How can I help my child improve their writing?" is a question parents ask me all the time. While there are plenty of great resources and learning opportunities out there for kids, the best thing...
Young Authors Book Festival
encouragingliteracy.com So. To say that I'm excited for this event at St. Victor School coming up on May 6th is a bit of an understatement. There's so much good stuff going on here. First, it's a celebration of young...
Free Event - Young Authors Book Festival on May 6th at St. Victor School in San Jose
Thank You, Future Teachers Project!
encouragingliteracy.com I really enjoyed spending some time yesterday evening with these bright students from Santa Clara University's Future Teacher's Project (FTP). It's hard to imagine that just a short while ago (give...
SCCOE Families Learning Together - STEAM Event
encouragingliteracy.com Mobiles, Roto-copters, push cars, balancing acts, spinning tubes and pendulums...what do they all have in common? They were all featured at the Santa Clara County Office of Education's Families...
One Of The Few
encouragingliteracy.com "Are you Chinese?" After presenting two sessions of a workshop at the Berryessa Unified School District's Parent University on Saturday, I set up a table to hand out flyers for this upcoming ...
What's Coming Ahead
encouragingliteracy.com Looking for opportunities to get involved with your child's learning? Here's what's coming up. April 1, 2017 Berryessa Unified School District - Parent University "Foundations For Effective...
Persuasive Writing - Parent Session with SJAWP
encouragingliteracy.com While most people would prefer to sleep in on the weekends, I woke bright and early on Saturday, March 4th and headed over to San Jose State University. I was pumped up and ready to go for the San...
Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss!
encouragingliteracy.com Today, some parents and I celebrated Dr. Seuss's 113th birthday with a reading workshop at Adobe Systems. I'm so glad I was able to visit Adobe and share some reading tips with them. What a blast!
Some Exciting Stuff Around Here
encouragingliteracy.com I've been quiet online, but behind the scenes, I've been busy at home! There are a few events coming up and I'm so happy to bring some resources to the community, if even in a small way. Take a look...
Listen Earnestly
encouragingliteracy.com Over the past week, I received lots of responses to my post " Bring It On, Girl ," both publicly and privately. I'm so glad you are joining me on my journey as a mom and an educator. Along the way, I...
Saturday Seminars For Students – San Jose Area Writing Project
Check out the Spring Saturday Seminars with the SJAWP. There are student writing workshops for all ages. Parents can stay for their own session too!
http://sjawp.org/saturday-seminars-for-students/
sjawp.org Do you feel pressured to improve your writing? And you like to write, but find the school essay, with its formulas and rules stifling? In spite of Saturday time jam with sports practice, activities and family projects, we think you’ll be energized by this series of writing workshops.
Bring It On, Girl
encouragingliteracy.com My daughter's letter was lying in wait for me right there in my bathroom drawer. When I was alone, enjoying some peace and quiet at the end of the day, this strategically placed letter caught me by...
Saturday Seminars For Students – San Jose Area Writing Project
Looking for a writing workshop for your kids? Check out the Spring 2017 Saturday Seminars with the San Jose Area Writing Project! Parents, stay for a bonus session, just for you! http://sjawp.org/saturday-seminars-for-students/
sjawp.org Do you feel pressured to improve your writing? And you like to write, but find the school essay, with its formulas and rules stifling? In spite of Saturday time jam with sports practice, activities and family projects, we think you’ll be energized by this series of writing workshops.
Writing Workshop Wrap-up
encouragingliteracy.com Happy Epiphany Day! According to the Christian tradition, Epiphany is the day that commemorates the Magi's visit to the baby Jesus and is celebrated as the day Christ was revealed to the world. And...