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Moving Beyond the "Here and Now": Using Language for Thinking and Learning

To be prepared for school, children need to be able to understand and use a specific kind of language called "decontextualized language" or "language for thinking and learning". Learn more about what this kind of language is and how it sets the stage for academic success.

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The "Super Skill" for School Readiness

We know that having strong early skills in areas like math and literacy predicts children's success in those areas later on. But imagine a skill that predicts not only its own success, but the success of many other academic and social skills as well. Does such a "super skill" exist?

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Building Print Knowledge The Monster at the End of This Book

Print knowledge is one of the key early literacy skills your child needs to be prepared for school. Here are some tips for building the foundational print knowledge skill that children need to learn before all others — understanding that print has meaning.

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