Natasha has worked in elementary schools, high schools and in summer camps. Over the past six years, she has run the Read-by-the-Beach Camp reading program for children in Seattle. She has also directed 45 plays with children aged 5 to 17 years. Natasha loves working with children and to encourage them to use their imagination. She tries to create a learning environment that allows them to express themselves. She is also a freelance writer and has helped develop the science books for kids website (http://www.science-books-for-kids.com), a useful tool for all parents.
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Starting elementary school usually means learning how to read. In order to be successful in this difficult and necessary task, children must have and use many aptitudes. For instance, children learn that words are made of phonemes, the smallest contrastive unit in the sound system of a language, must have an excellent understanding of literature and be well-versed with various materials such as books. Recent studies have shown that both parents and educators can encourage children develop those
In today's society, learning how to read is part of the process of development of any child. Starting reading early on can help develop your child's skills and future success. This is why it is important for parents to help their child choose books that are fun but also educational.

