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Story elements are the scaffolding on which all stories are built. Understanding them and why they matter gives us - and our children - a deeper understanding of the stories we read.

Guided reading is a proven learning strategy employed by many schools. Find out what it is, how it works and how you can use the same techniques with your child at home.

Reading is a complex skill to master and one that takes lots of practice. And what better way to encourage practice than with the most attractive reading material of all: Comic books!

Fluency refers to doing something easily and well. When a child can read fluently, he reads accurately, smoothly and with expression. All of this increases his comprehension.