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Grow Readers with Our Fall Reading Challenge

As busier schedules signal the start of a new school year, there’s no better time for families to rekindle their love of reading together. Reading is the perfect way to…

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Scholastic Parents Staff • September 25, 2024 Topicsbooks Fall families reading reading challenge September

Fall into Reading!

It’s time for cooler weather, colourful leaves, and fall-themed reads! Fall into reading with these seasonal picks now available on Book Clubs. There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed Some…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • September 23, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books Fall Halloween reading September

How to Develop Reading Habits for Your Child

Throughout the school year and beyond, it’s important to identify at-home routines that create a healthy learning environment for your child. A good place to start is by building time…

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Scholastic Parents Staff • September 18, 2024 Topicsparents reading reading habits September teachers

7 Things to Do Before Reading (and Any Other) Homework

Creating a homework-friendly home is a great way to sidestep some of the big obstacles you and your children face with homework. Whatever subject they’re working on, make sure your…

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Scholastic Parents Staff • September 13, 2024 Topicsback to school homework parents reading September teachers

Our Fall Flyer Is Here!

The first Book Clubs flyer of the new school year just dropped! Featuring new Fall-themed favourites and spooktacular reads for Halloween, it’s filled with must-have books and can’t-miss prices that…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • September 11, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs books Fall flyer Halloween parents reading September

The Book List: First Day of School

Whether you have a growing reader entering a new grade, or a first-timer entering Pre-K or Kindergarten, going back to school is an adjustment for the whole family. Introduce new…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • August 14, 2024 TopicsAugust back to school Book Clubs Book Fairs books First Day of School reading

5 Expert-Approved Summer Reading Tips for Kids

Just because school’s out, it doesn’t mean books should be returned to their shelves. Reading routines are an essential part of your child’s development, and summer is the perfect time…

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Scholastic Parents Staff • June 24, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs families June reading summer

5 Tips for Creating a Summer Reading Environment for Kids

Whether it’s a cozy corner in your living room or a special space in your child’s bedroom, creating a summer reading environment for your kids will inspire them to read…

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Scholastic Parents Staff • June 21, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs families June reading summer

Summer Reading Starts Here

Summer is officially here and it’s time to dive into reading and imagination with a new book list! Start your summer reading list early with these seasonal picks featuring new…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • June 21, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books June reading summer

How to Improve Your Child’s Reading Skills Over the Summer

It’s possible to enjoy a relaxing summer while still making sure your child is immersed in a learning environment. Although the classroom is your child’s main learning hub, you can…

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Scholastic Parents Staff • June 17, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs families June reading summer

4 Tips to Make Reading Your Child’s Go-To Summer Activity

As you look ahead to the long days of summer break, keep in mind that reading is the best activity for your child! Not only will it help your growing…

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Scholastic Parents Staff • June 14, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs families June reading summer

6 Teacher Tips for Getting Kids Into a Summer Reading Routine

It’s important for kids to read during summer break, so when the school year kicks off again in the fall, they’ll be ready to dive back into learning! Whether your…

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Scholastic Parents Staff • June 10, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs June reading summer teachers

The Book List: Father’s Day

Dad’s day is coming! Sit down with dad and make room on your bookshelf with one of these Father’s Day themed titles. Dad, I Love You! A touching picture book…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • June 3, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books families Father’s Day June reading

The Book List: Graduation

Graduation season is almost here! Celebrate next steps with these timeless titles for little ones graduating preschool or kindergarten, and even big kids finishing middle school, high school or university….

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Scholastic Book Clubs • May 27, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books graduation June parents reading teachers

How to Determine the Reading Level of a Book

When practicing reading with your striving reader or maintaining a reading routine with your voracious reader, book levels can be tremendously helpful in figuring out the right match for your…

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Scholastic Parents Staff • May 22, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books May reading reading level

3 Ways Teachers Inspire Kids to Become Readers

From planting seeds of knowledge to being a support system for a classroom full of students, educators are everyday heroes making a lasting impact on children’s lives.  Teachers play an…

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Scholastic Parents Staff • May 15, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs classroom May reading students teachers

The Book List: Mental Health Week

This week is Mental Health Week in Canada. Mental health can look different for everyone, and sometimes it may be a difficult topic to discuss, especially with children. It’s important…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • May 7, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books May Mental Health Week reading

The Book List: Mother’s Day

It’s almost time to celebrate Mom! Spend some quality time with mom, plus a good book with one of these Mother’s Day themed titles! Merci, maman! A heart-warming, funny picture…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • May 1, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books families May Mother's Day reading

Books to Read for International Dance Day

Feel the rhythm, and dance to the beat. From ballet and tap to Pow Wow, share the joy of dance and reading with these fun-filled stories for International Dance Day!…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • April 29, 2024 TopicsApril Book Clubs Book Fairs books dance International Dance Day reading Spring

How to Practise Phonics With Kids at Home

If you’re the parent of a beginning reader, chances are you’re hearing a lot about phonics. Here’s what you need to know about how your child will learn phonics —…

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Scholastic Parents • April 24, 2024 TopicsApril Book Clubs Book Fairs families phonics reading

The Book List: Earth Day

Today, we celebrate Earth Day and the importance of protecting and preserving our planet. Here are just some of our favourite books for young readers that show just how beautiful…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • April 22, 2024 TopicsApril Book Clubs Book Fairs books Earth Day reading Spring

How to Recharge Your Students’ Independent Reading

Keeping students engaged during independent reading time doesn’t always happen on its own—especially as we approach the tail end of the school year. By this stage, students may be re-reading…

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Scholastic Editors • April 17, 2024 TopicsApril Book Clubs Book Fairs classroom reading teachers

Stories for Siblings

It’s Siblings Day! Honour your special sibling bond and spend quality time with your sibling by reading a new book! Check out our sibling-themed picks to enjoy with your brothers…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • April 10, 2024 TopicsApril Book Clubs Book Fairs books families reading siblings Spring

5 Tips to Get Your Child Into a Reading Routine

If you want to raise a reader, few things are as important as maintaining reading routines with your child. With a few small, easy steps, you can turn reading into…

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Scholastic Parents Staff • April 8, 2024 TopicsApril Book Clubs Book Fairs books parents reading reading aloud reading fluency

Spring into Reading!

Spring has sprung, and new reads are on the horizon. Give your classroom or at-home library a refresh with these great Spring-themed stories that all ages will love! Help your…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • March 19, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books March reading Spring

The Book List: Easter

Give the gift of reading and fun-filled stories in your child’s gift basket, and start a new tradition with Easter-themed books! From beloved characters to brand new adventures, find a…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • March 18, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books Easter March reading Spring

How to Use Reading Time to Bond with Your Child

Trying to find the time to bond with your child can be challenging, especially with competing schedules. Quality time should be more than a few minutes together, and time that…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • March 18, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs families March parents reading

8 Reading Resolutions That Give Meaning and Purpose to Reading

As we approach the New Year, it’s time to start thinking about resolutions and how you can help your students achieve their 2024 goals. Typically, “read more books” is at…

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Scholastic Editors • January 3, 2024 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs January New Year reading resolutions teachers

Nail Phonics by Using Your Child’s Favourite Characters

Call on furry pals and cool superheroes to help support reading fundamentals! Phonemic awareness is fundamental to a child’s early reading success. When children learn to hear and manipulate sounds,…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • December 9, 2023 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs phonics reading

Winter Reading Challenge for Kids of All Ages

Reading enlivens the spirit of the season! Embark on a magical reading adventure with 25 fun challenges for the whole family. Winter is upon us! Celebrate the magic of the…

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Scholastic Parents Staff • December 1, 2023 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs December reading reading challenge winter

Which Pug Are You?

Pig the Pug has been a winner, a tourist, a stinker, an elf, and a MONSTER! But which Pig are you? Take the quiz to find out! You can shop…

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Guest Blogger • November 20, 2023 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books Pig the Pug reading

4 Holiday Reading Traditions

Try these fun ways to incorporate literacy into the magic and anticipation of the holidays with your child. The holiday season is one of the best times of the year!…

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Scholastic Parents Staff • November 20, 2023 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs families holidays November reading

Scholastic Book Fairs: Book Resources

Meet the books kids can’t wait to read. All about the books Get shoppers psyched for the Fair when you introduce them to this season’s newest books. Give students, families,…

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Scholastic Book Fairs • November 13, 2023 TopicsBook Fairs chairpeople November reading teachers

Establish a Magical and Budget-Friendly Holiday Reading Routine

These heartwarming read-aloud stories will delight your young reader! Amidst all the concerts, entertaining, and gift giving that the holidays can bring, most of the time, it’s nice to skip…

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Scholastic Parents Staff • November 6, 2023 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs families holidays November reading

Scholastic Book Clubs: November Classroom Activities

Hype up winter reading and festive vibes in your classroom with just-for-Clubs fun and games. Book Clubs Classroom Poster Activity Countdown the days to holiday vacay—and spruce up your classroom…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • October 31, 2023 TopicsBook Clubs holidays November reading teachers

3 Tricks to Show Kids That Reading is a Treat

Turn “have-to-read” chills into “want-to-read” thrills. Some students would rather clean their rooms AND spend five nights at Freddy’s than to Ever. Have to read. An assigned book. So how…

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Scholastic Book Clubs • September 27, 2023 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs October parents reading

Get Back Into a Reading Routine with Nighttime Stories for Kids

For most parents, bedtime reading can sometimes fall by the wayside. Here’s how to get back on track! Originally published by Scholastic Parents on April 18, 2022Versioned for Scholastic Canada…

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Scholastic Parents Staff • December 20, 2022 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books parents reading reading aloud reading fluency

Get Kids Reading with a “New Year Reading Challenge”

Originally published by On Our Minds on January 2, 2018Versioned for Scholastic Canada In the spirit of making resolutions and setting goals, families are encouraged to start the year off…

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Michael Barrett • December 20, 2022 Topicsback to school Book Clubs Book Fairs books January parents reading reading aloud reading fluency

3 Reasons to Read with Your Elementary Schooler Every Night

The task may seem small, but the payoff is big. Originally published by Scholastic Parents on March 22, 2022Versioned for Scholastic Canada For many families, it’s the same daily, after-dinner…

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Scholastic Parents Staff • December 20, 2022 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs parents reading reading aloud reading fluency

New Year, New Reading Resolutions

Here at the Scholastic Canada School Markets Team, we put our minds together and came up with 10 reading resolutions for the new year: Resolution #1: Share your favourite books…

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Scholastic Canada School Markets Team • December 19, 2022 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs books January parents reading teachers

The Value of Trying the First Book to Find a Series Your Child Will Love

Series are a sure bet for raising readers, and it all starts with Book #1. Originally published by Scholastic Parents on October 24, 2022 A kids’ book series is a…

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Scholastic Parents Staff • November 4, 2022 TopicsBook Clubs Book Fairs parents reading series