by Sylvia ARRESOLA | Mar 4, 2026 | EAL, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3
Handwriting is more than just neat penmanship — it actually helps children learn to read and think more clearly. When children write letters by hand, their brains work harder than when they type. This helps them recognize letters, remember them, and connect letters to...
by Viviana Andrea PAEZ Rojas | Feb 25, 2026 | EAL, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5
Dear Families, In class, we are working on an important reading comprehension skill: making inferences. Making an inference means using clues from the text along with what we already know to understand information the author does not say directly. This skill is...
by Sylvia ARRESOLA | Feb 25, 2026 | EAL, Grade 1, Grade 2, Grade 3
Following a recipe is an excellent, practical, and engaging reading exercise at home that combines literacy development with essential life skills. It provides a real-world, non-fiction reading experience that requires close attention to detail, sequencing, and...
by Viviana Andrea PAEZ Rojas | Feb 19, 2026 | EAL, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5
Dear Parents and Guardians, I would like to invite you to support your child in practicing English listening skills at home. Many students, especially those who are new to learning English, sometimes find it challenging to understand everything their teachers say in...
by Sylvia ARRESOLA | Feb 4, 2026 | EAL, ECC, Grade 1, Grade 2
An exciting way to support your child’s literacy journey: Teach Your Monster to Read. This award-winning game turns the “hard work” of learning phonics into a magical mission that kids actually look forward to. Playing games on the website is free, a great...
by Viviana Andrea PAEZ Rojas | Jan 22, 2026 | EAL, Grade 3, Grade 4, Grade 5
Dear Parents and Carers, Every day, children make guesses and notice clues about what people are thinking, feeling, or about to do even in small conversations at home. You can support this natural curiosity while reading together or during daily life by encouraging...