January 23rd- One way to help a child comprehend what he is reading is to encourage him to visualize parts of the story in his mind. These "mind movies" help clarify information, increase understanding, and can include any of the five senses.

January 24th- The best story times are very interactive: You are talking about and reading the story, your child is talking, and there is conversation taking place between the two of you.

January 25th- As a young reader, your child is learning to make predictions while reading which they can use to monitor their understanding of the story while thinking ahead to the next part. Scientists, just like readers, make predictions all the time. Help your child begin to see the connection between what she does as a reader and what she can do as a scientist.

January 26th- Students have permission to dress out of uniform.