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Advantages of handwriting used by student to complete a worksheet on thier desk

Benefits of Handwriting

Handwriting is an essential part of life, and proves to improve memory, concentration, accountability, and more. Encouraging your child to write things down can be very beneficial, as children are more likely to remember what they’ve handwritten and its context. Now, lets take a look at the benefits of handwriting.


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Instructor Spotlight: Edward Lofland

Edward Lofland is no stranger to discipline. The two decades spent serving his country in the United States Marine Corps exposed him to many working environments across several countries. During a deployment in Japan, Edward and his family were stationed on Kadena Air Station in Okinawa. This is when he

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Instructor Spotlight: Anna Mathen

Anna Mathen, Instructor of Kumon Math and Reading Center of Mira Mesa

At 90, Instructor
Anna Mathen runs the Kumon
of Mira Mesa Center with a joy and vitality that’s hard to miss. Anna’s Kumon
journey began 27 years ago, and she has proven that her passion

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A young girl reads a book to her mother

Why You Should Listen to Your Child Reading Aloud

It happens in every classroom. A student raises their hand, asking for help answering a question about the passage they just read. “Read it out loud to me,” the teacher responds. The student reads a couple sentences and suddenly pauses. “I got it!” they exclaim. This is the power of a child reading aloud.
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