Needless to say, books have always held an important place in the home. The book, called Reading Magic, makes the case that reading aloud to children helps them develop an interest in books, encourages those first words, inspires them to learn to read themselves, and creates a special bond between child and parent. After all, reading with your children gives them the skills needed for when they start to…
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The Importance of Education
Education is not preparation for life; it is life itself. – John Dewey, a leader of the progressive movement in education in the United States. As we begin the New Year, it is important to think and reflect upon the importance of education. Reflecting upon…
The Importance of Performing Arts in School
The importance of drama and performing arts in education cannot be understated. Engaging in drama and the performing arts develops the creative side of the brain and builds students’ creativity, problem solving, and their ability to work collaboratively as part of a group. I have made many presentations at professional conferences over…
The Advantages of Split Classrooms
The Advantages of Split Classrooms New York Academy has had split classrooms in its first years. This has not been by design, but by necessity as a new and growing school. However, we know the research and are taking full advantage of the benefits a…
The Readers Workshop Approach at New York Academy Hyderabad
Greetings. As we prepare to kick off the New York Academy school year, I would like to share with the NYA School Community a sample of the best practice we will be implementing this 2017-18 school year. “The Readers Workshop Approach” How do we learn…