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3 Benefits of ‘Slow Reading’ as a Learning Method for Comprehension

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Why Slow Reading Matters More Than Ever

The benefits of slow reading become clear when you realize that reading and understanding what you read are two different skills. According to this exposing article, ACT examination results (used in the USA for college entry) are revealing that many high school students are not equipped for university-level coursework when it comes to reading comprehension skills of “complex texts.”

The answer to this problem may be in what is referred to as ‘slow reading.’ That is, taking the time to read without the Internet’s presence, without distractions and…slowly of course! It may be time for teachers and parents to begin encouraging slow reading as a learning method. Some say it should be in school curriculums.

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The Power of Interest in Education

Published: February 6, 2025 Last Updated Date:

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How an Interest in Learning Drives Student Success: A Parent’s Guide

The impact of interest in learning goes beyond simple curiosity about a subject. When students develop a genuine interest in learning, education transforms from a task into an engaging journey. An easy example is substituting interesting objects (like nail polish or Lego pieces) as countable items for your young one to grasp simple math concepts. This is a great example that shows how personal connection sparks understanding.

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Why Is Home Economics Important for Students?

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Are your kids getting the practical life skills they need? With most schools phasing out their programs, students are missing crucial hands-on learning opportunities. This article explores the key benefits of home economics and shows how these foundational skills connect to real-world innovation.

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Plant Communication Science: How to Teach Kids About Talking Plants

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How to Teach Kids About Talking Plants at Home

When you teach kids about talking plants, you’re revealing one of nature’s most amazing secrets hiding in plain sight. Plants don’t just sit quietly in gardens – they actively communicate with each other through underground networks. Your child discovers that the flowers in your backyard send chemical messages, call for help when attacked, and even eavesdrop on their neighbours.

This incredible world of plant communication opens doors to understanding biology, chemistry, and ecology in ways that make science feel magical. Your child learns that plants have been using their own version of the internet for millions of years, connecting through fungal networks. These networks share information in the form of nutrients and chemical signals across large forest networks.

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3 Crucial Reasons to Teach Art in Schools

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Why We Must Teach Art in Schools

To teach art in schools can be obvious to some. How can we go without? What if kids have an artistic talent to be discovered? For others, the debate can go the other way. Why is art important to teach? If student time and school budgets are stretched, is it more important to focus on math and reading, and cut art altogether?

Of course, art comes in various forms when taught at school. It can be visual art, yes (like painting, graphic design, photography or sculpture). But it can also include theatre, dance, music, poetry and writing. Some may even say it includes languages, baking, decorating or esthetics training. And so, the debate over whether it’s important to teach art in schools can bring up specifics.

However, we won’t be getting into those specifics in this article. Instead, we’ll point out reasons art, in general, is important to teach, for the value it brings to wholesome education.

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