Category: Reading Improvement

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Sep2024
When you think about what helps children succeed in the classroom, you might consider a great teacher, engaging lesson plans, or the latest educational technology. But there's one often overlooked factor that plays a crucial role in supporting learning, reading, and overall cognitive development: ergonomics. Imagine sitting in a poorly designed ... Read More
16 September 2024Charlotte
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16

Sep2024
As jy wil weet waarom lees so belangrik is, hoef jy net na die transformasie van taalvaardighede te kyk wat dit kan bewerkstellig. Lees is nie net 'n aktiwiteit nie; dit is 'n kragtige werktuig wat leerders ondersteun in hulle alledaagse lewe en akademiese vordering. Hierdie artikel ondersoek die impak ... Read More
16 September 2024Charlotte
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16

Sep2024
In 'n tydperk waar tegnologie 'n alomteenwoordige deel van ons lewens geword het, is dit belangrik om die kontinuïteit van lees te beklemtoon, selfs in die gesig van groeiende digitale afleidings. Hierdie artikel ondersoek die rol van lees in 'n tegnologiese era en waarom dit steeds 'n kritiese vaardigheid is ... Read More
16 September 2024Charlotte
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22

Feb2024
As jy wil weet waarom lees so belangrik is, kan jy net na die transformasie van taalvaardighede te kyk wat dit kan bewerkstellig. Lees is nie net 'n aktiwiteit nie; dit is 'n kragtige werktuig wat leerders ondersteun in hulle alledaagse lewe en akademiese vordering. Hierdie artikel ondersoek die impak ... Read More
22 February 2024Jean de la Harpe
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20

Feb2024
Understanding the main ideas of a text is akin to deciphering the map of a complex landscape. Just as landmarks guide travelers through unfamiliar terrain, identifying main ideas helps readers navigate the vast expanse of information contained within texts. In this article, we'll delve into the intricacies of identifying main ... Read More
20 February 2024Jean de la Harpe
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19

Feb2024
Vocabulary comprehension lies at the heart of effective reading. Imagine navigating a foreign city without understanding the local language – it's a daunting task. Similarly, without a robust vocabulary, comprehending texts becomes a challenge. In this article, we'll explore the importance of vocabulary comprehension and unveil practical strategies to enrich ... Read More
19 February 2024Jean de la Harpe
If you’d like to know why reading matters

22

Aug2017
Why do we tell children to read? Why do we always tell children that reading books is beneficial for them? And is it even true in this digital age? Does reading novels actually help older children in any way? Are they moved by what they have read? Does reading to younger children have identifiable benefits? And, ... Read More
22 August 2017Stimulus Maksima
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Jun2017
According to a 2016 report released by StatsSA, close on 2.5 million South Africans are illiterate: unable to read or write. If that sounds a little alarming, perhaps this statistic will soften the blow: only 7% of South Africans are considered truly illiterate. Now that doesn’t sound too bad...? But, when ... Read More
5 June 2017Stimulus Maksima
Reading Improvement

27

Mar2017
Any school can be successful in empowering every learner to obtain the adequate reading skills required to complete every school year, feeling confident, hopeful and inspired to fulfil their dreams and passion in life. Based on our experience over the past twenty two years, our team at Stimulus Maksima! identified the ... Read More
27 March 2017Stimulus Maksima
Adequate reading skills

10

Mar2017
Poor reading skills can severely damage a child’s sense of self worth. For child therapists who are concerned with developing children’s self esteem, emotional wellbeing and healthy, age appropriate communication skills, educational programs that assist in improving reading skills can be hugely beneficial for building self confidence. As a tool for ... Read More
10 March 2017Stimulus Maksima

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