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Scarborough’s Rope displays for us the interconnectedness between word recognition and language comprehension in order to reach a skilled level of reading. The first strand listed under language comprehension is background knowledge. Why is background knowledge so important for reading comprehension? How can Fathom Reads help build background knowledge? Read more to find out! What is background knowledge? Background knowledge […]
Our eBook library is growing every day! Just this week we’ve added new computer and technology focused titles from our publisher partner, Core Knowledge Foundation. Take a look at our six newest titles below: Computers All Around Us By: Core Knowledge Foundation Grade Level: K The goal of the instruction and cumulative experiences in this unit is for students to […]
September is Library Card Sign-up Month! This celebration marks the start of the Back-to-School season and aims to ensure that every child signs-up for their very own library card. Why should every child have their own library card? A library card fosters: How can my library use Fathom Reads? Fathom Reads is an exceptional multilingual reading platform meticulously crafted to […]
What are Read-Alongs? Read-alongs are educational tools that combine auditory and visual elements to enhance the reading process for students. In a read-along, students follow along with a narrator while also viewing the corresponding text at the same time. This synchronized audio-visual experience helps to improve reading fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, and pronunciation skills. By actively engaging students, read-alongs help foster […]
Are you looking for ways to enhance reading in your classroom? Why not try Listening While Reading (LWR)! It is a technique that involves reading a text while also listening to an audio version of the same text. It has been shown to improve fluency and reading comprehension. This article will explain the benefits of LWR and provide tips on […]
Digital Learning is a type of learning that involves the use of technology. Digital Learning Day is the perfect time to celebrate how the use of digital tools can engage students and empower educators. We’ve put together a list of ideas you can use to celebrate: Technology Based Scavenger Hunt: Plan a scavenger hunt in your school or classroom using […]
1. They help encourage a love for reading. eBooks can be fun and interactive, helping to bring books to life. Rather than reading stagnant text, some eBooks include dynamic text that moves as the narrator reads. eBooks often include multimedia content such as videos and interactive illustrations which enhance reading experiences. With these features, students can stay engaged and foster […]
In the most recent years, education technology has established a prominent presence in classrooms and continues to be at the forefront of learning. It is transforming learning as we know it today and offers many benefits to both students and educators. Here are five of our favorite ways EdTech can benefit students: 1. Personalized Learning Opportunities It is well known […]
What is Fathom you ask? It is only the most advanced e-reader for kids in the world. Here’s why!