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Sara Christle Mar 4, 2020 Education ### [From “Learning to Read” to “Reading to Learn”: Exploring The Fourth Grade Reading Slump](https://learn.hootreading.com/blog/exploring-the-fourth-grade-reading-slump) The 4th grade reading slump occurs during the transition in instructional focus from learning to read, to reading to learn. Hoot Reading teacher, Ms.... Sara Christle Feb 4, 2020 Education ### [9 Ways to Improve Your Child’s Social Wellbeing](https://learn.hootreading.com/blog/9-ways-to-improve-your-childs-social-wellbeing) When it comes to your child’s success in school, their sense of belonging and social wellbeing can be a huge part of why a child succeeds... Sara Christle Jan 3, 2020 ### [Self-Care During the Holidays](https://learn.hootreading.com/blog/self-care-during-the-holidays) The holidays can be a really stressful, often overwhelming time for many. Even though it may seem impossible during this busy season, this, of all... Sara Christle Dec 18, 2019 Education ### [The Importance of Assessments](https://learn.hootreading.com/blog/the-importance-of-assessments) Let's break down the confusion surrounding assessments and discuss what is measured, why they're important, and how they're used to support young... Sara Christle Nov 21, 2019 Education ### [Strategies to Tackle Homework](https://learn.hootreading.com/blog/strategies-to-tackle-homework) Unfortunately, for a lot of families, homework can bring a lot of added stress and conflict into the evening routine, but it doesn’t have to! This... Sara Christle Oct 3, 2019 Education ### [Should Your Child Read Graphic Novels?](https://learn.hootreading.com/blog/should-your-child-read-graphic-novels) Hoot Teacher, Ms. Sara, often receives questions from parents about whether or not graphic novels are beneficial to reading development. In this... Sara Christle Sep 11, 2019 Education ### [Preparing Your Child For School](https://learn.hootreading.com/blog/preparing-your-child-for-school) Whether you're a seasoned pro with school-aged children or this will be your first year with Kindergarten drop-offs, we’ve got your back with some... Sara Christle Jul 31, 2019 Education ### [Reading And Responding to Report Cards](https://learn.hootreading.com/blog/reading-and-responding-to-report-cards) When it comes to staying up to date on your child’s progress in school, and knowing how to best support them, the report card can provide a lot of... Sara Christle May 24, 2019 Education ### [Four Ways to Beat The Summer Slide](https://learn.hootreading.com/blog/beat-the-summer-slide) It is estimated that struggling readers who don’t engage in reading over the summer lose 2 months of progress in their reading achievement. Hoot... 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