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Straight talk about reading

Presents advice for parents to help their children read. Today's parents are increasingly concerned about the reading and spelling skills taught in schools and are taking charge of their children's education. Full of ideas and suggestions, from innovative preschool exercises to techniques that older children can use to increase reading speed and comprehension. Straight Talk about Reading will instantly help any parent lay a solid foundation for their child's formative educational years.

Audience
adult
Length
medium · 384 pages

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