Empowering Your Child's Success: A Guide to Right to Read and Literary Resources

As parents and caregivers, we share the common goal of nurturing our children's success and helping them unlock their full potential. One indispensable way to achieve this is by fostering a love for reading and literacy from a young age. At today's Tea, Talk and Lemonade session, the conversation highlighted the shift in ministry focus on literacy (using sounds instead of "sight words").

Here are some of the companies our educators recommend:

• Flyleaf Publishing: Renowned for their high-quality children's books, Flyleaf Publishing offers a diverse range of titles covering science, nature, history, and culture. From captivating picture books to enriching chapter books, Flyleaf's collection caters to a broad spectrum of young readers.

• Dandelion Launchers: For children developing their phonics skills, Dandelion Launchers provides phonics-based reading books designed to enhance literacy. With books tailored to different reading levels, children can progress at their own pace, building a strong foundation in phonics.

• Half-Pint Kids: Specializing in books for young children, Half-Pint Kids creates interactive and vibrant stories that capture the imagination. With colorful illustrations and engaging narratives, their books cover various topics, fostering a love for learning from an early age.

• SyllaSense: Taking a unique approach to teaching reading, SyllaSense employs the Syllabics system, breaking down words into manageable syllables. This method is especially beneficial for children facing challenges in reading, offering accessible and comprehensible content.

• Scholastic Phonics: A well-established name in children's literature, Scholastic Phonics provides a diverse range of phonics-based reading books suitable for children of all ages. Their collection covers a wide array of topics, ensuring there's something for every young reader.

And as a reminder, students have access to Destiny Discover through the BYOD Portal, which allow them to continue reading and listening to books from the comfort of home. Here's a simple guide on how to access Destiny Discover:

• Go to the PDSB BYOD portal. Click on the Library planet.
• Login in the top right corner using your STUDENT NUMBER for both the username and password.
• Click on the Destiny Discover icon.
• Scroll down and click on Stanley Mills Public School.
• Welcome to the Destiny Discover home page - Happy exploring!

By combining the power of these recommended companies and utilizing accessible platforms like Destiny Discover, we can collectively nurture a love for reading in our children, setting them on a path to success. Together, let's empower our children through the gift of literacy.