Archive for 2012
Diane speaks with International Herald Tribune, KOREA JOONGANG DAILY about the importance of parental involvement in helping their children develop high literacy skills
September 28, 2012
Read a book. Ask a question. Start a conversation. Three steps that promote language acquisition and high comprehension skills. http://article.joinsmsn.com/news/article/article.asp?total_id=9365280&cloc=olink|article|default Handout
Why read literature?
September 24, 2012
“Built to Last”, a recent article in the NY Times Book Review asked an important question: “Why study literature?” Here is one of the responses that most resonated with me. “Life without literature is a life reduced to penury. It expands you in every way. It illuminates what you’re doing. It shows you possibilities you […]
Emphasis is on Conversation for language acquisition.
September 10, 2012
Schools are over hauling their approach for students to acquire English language proficiency. Emphasis is on conversations rather than just focusing on vocabulary and grammar. What makes vocabulary valuable and important is not the words themselves so much as the understandings they afford. The focus on oral language is of greatest importance for children for […]
Brainpower helps but kids need to learn grit.
September 8, 2012
We all want the best for our children, but how do we ensure that they not only survive but also thrive–today and in the future? For children to reach their full potential in school, the workforce and in life they need to acquire knowledge in many different areas. In addition they also need life skills […]
