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Learn How to Raise a Reader. Explore Our Reading Resources for Parents.

Improve your child's reading skills and learn how to raise a reader with the help of our reading resources for parents.

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Phonemic Awareness Explained: What It Is & How to Teach It At Home

What is phonemic awareness, and how can you teach phonemic awareness skills? Our literacy experts explain and share game-changing tips.

The largest pumpkin

Recorded in US history weighed 2,749 pounds and was grown by Travis Gienger in Minnesota.

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123 Must-Know First Grade Sight Words + Teaching Tips

Discover how to teach first grade sight words at home. Explore teaching tips, fun games, and a complete list of 1st grade sight words.

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10 Thrilling Mystery Books for Kids (Ages 3 - 10+)

Explore our list of the best mystery books for kids. These thrilling stories for children of all ages help promote early literacy at home.

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Kindergarten Sight Words: A List of Key Words + Tips for Teaching at Home

Boost your child's reading skills with our guide to kindergarten sight words! Explore a complete list of words and fun teaching strategies.

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The 15 Best Books About Friendship for Kids

Discover our list of the best books about friendship for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, kindergartners, and older kids!

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Preschool Sight Words: A Complete List + How to Teach Sight Words to Preschoolers

Discover a complete list of preschool sight words and learn effective tips for teaching sight words to preschoolers.

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How to Make Reading Fun: 10 Game-Changing Parenting Hacks

Learn how to make reading fun with these 10 game-changing parenting hacks. Plus, discover the ultimate parenting hack for at-home reading.

Did you know?

ELEPHANTS The average life span of an Asian elephant is 48 years, while the African elephant lives 60-70 years

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The Ultimate Guide to Sight Words: What They Are + How to Teach Sight Words at Home

Boost your child’s reading success with our ultimate guide to sight words. Discover what they are and how to teach sight words at home.

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14 Fun and Educational Stories About Summer: The Ultimate Summer Reading List for Kids

Explore our summer reading list, packed with the best stories about summer for toddlers, preschoolers, kindergartners, and elementary kids.

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ABC Books: The 16 Best Alphabet Books for Kids

ABC books are one of the best tools for teaching the alphabet. Explore 16 of the best alphabet books recommended by educators and parents.

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Boost Reading Comprehension with These 9 Pre-Reading Activities for Kids

These 9 fun pre-reading activities will equip your young reader with essential skills to conquer books with confidence!

Try Booka free on 7 days

Spend time with your child in an interesting way and help him learn with Buka. Try all the benefits of the app for free for the first 7 days. After 7 days it's only $9.99 a month.

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Phonics Rules 101: An Essential Guide for Parents & Kids

Explore our comprehensive guide to phonics rules. From silent E and bossy R to soft C and hard C, we'll delve into the most important rules.

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The Best Spring Books for Kids: Stories for Toddlers, Preschoolers, Kindergarteners & More

Looking for spring books? Here are must-have books about spring for toddlers, preschoolers, kindergarten kids, and more!

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Decodable Books: What They Are + The 12 Best Decodable Books for Kids

What are decodable books? Learn about decodable texts and their benefits for young readers. Plus, explore the best decodable books for kids.

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A Guide to Emergent Literacy for Parents [+6 Emergent Literacy Activities]

Want to teach emergent literacy skills at home? Our guide for parents is packed with information, including 6 emergent literacy activities.

First School Ever:

The world's oldest known school is believed to be in Egypt, dating back over 5,000 years ago!

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English Reading for Kids: 9 Tips to Help Your Child + Fun Reading Practice Activities

Our guide to English reading for kids explores essential strategies for teaching English reading at home, including fun reading practice activities and books.

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Print Concepts: What They Are and How to Teach Print Awareness at Home

Learn what print concepts are, why print awareness is an important skill, and how to teach concepts of print at home.

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The 10 Best Read Aloud Books for Kindergarten Kids

Discover the best read aloud books for kindergarten to foster early literacy skills. Tips for choosing the perfect read alouds included!

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12 Must-Have Preschool Read Aloud Books

Raise a reader with the help of these fun and educational preschool read aloud books.

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25 Winter Picture Books Your Child Will Adore

Spark your child’s imagination with our hand-picked list of the top 25 best winter picture books for kids.

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The Ultimate Guide to Read Along Books for Kids [+6 Read to Me Books Your Child Will Love]

This reading resource for parents explores the benefits of read along books for kids. Plus, we share a list of the best read to me books!

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First Day of School Books: 12 Stories to Spark Excitement for the First Day

Discover the best first day of school books for kids. These must-read stories are guaranteed to help kids and parents ease first day jitters.

Try Booka free on 7 days

Spend time with your child in an interesting way and help him learn with Buka. Try all the benefits of the app for free for the first 7 days. After 7 days it's only $9.99 a month.

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Just Right Books: What They Are and How to Choose Just Right Books for Kids

Discover the power of 'just right' books! Learn how the perfect story can boost reading confidence and help you raise a reader.

This is Interesting!

Red is the first color your infant will recognize.

Summer Reading Challenges for Kids: 10 Fun Ideas for Summer Reading at Home

Calling all parents! Discover 10 exciting and creative summer reading challenges for kids - for a fun and educational summer

Why Summer Reading is Important [+6 Good Summer Books for Kids]

Learn why summer reading is important for your child’s academic success. Plus, explore our summer reading list of good summer books for kids.

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Books That Teach Life Lessons: 10 Meaningful Children's Books

Looking for books that teach life lessons? These 10 meaningful children's books explore lessons like kindness, sharing, and self-acceptance.

Oldest Schoolbook

The oldest schoolbook still in existence is from ancient Greece. It's over 1,600 years old!

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Teaching Phonics at Home: A Guide for Parents [+10 Fun Phonics Activities]

Wondering how to teach phonics? Our guide to teaching phonics at home provides step-by-step instructions and fun phonics activities.

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Early Literacy Tips for Parents: How to Promote Reading at Home

It's never too early to start building emergent literacy skills. Unlock your child's potential with these early literacy tips for parents.

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Things To Do Instead of Social Media for Kids: 8 Brain-Building Alternatives to Social Media

Looking for things to do instead of social media for kids? Here are 8 fun and brain-building alternatives to social media.

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10 Fun Reading Comprehension Activities for Kids to Try at Home

Wondering how to improve reading comprehension for kids? Try these effective and fun reading comprehension activities!

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What Makes a Good Children’s Book: 10 Important Characteristics

The top 10 characteristics of a good children's book are easier to spot than you might think. Here's what makes a good children's book.

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12 Tips for Motivating Reluctant Readers [+The Best Books for Reluctant Readers]

Explore 12 effective tips for motivating reluctant readers. Plus, discover our list of the best books for reluctant readers.

Try Booka free on 7 days

Spend time with your child in an interesting way and help him learn with Buka. Try all the benefits of the app for free for the first 7 days. After 7 days it's only $9.99 a month.

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Top 10 Best Audiobooks for Kids (+3 Great Family Audiobooks)

Looking for the best audiobooks for kids? These 10 books will provide endless hours of education and fun! Plus, discover 3 family audiobooks.

Intersing Fact

Some wombats can go weeks, or even months, without ever drinking any water

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How to Help a Child with Reading Difficulties

Want to learn how to help a child with reading difficulties? These 7 effective strategies will improve your child’s reading skills.

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Benefits of Audiobooks for Kids: Are Audiobooks as Good as Reading?

Are audiobooks as good as reading? This reading resource for parents explores 14 benefits of audiobooks and how they can help improve reading skills.

A polar bear skin is black

And a polar bear's fur is actually clear - not white!

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Why Publish an eBook vs Print Book: 8 Reasons Your Next Children's Book Should Be Digital

Wondering - why publish an eBook? Here are 8 reasons to publish your next children’s book as an eBook vs print book.

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Celebrate Africa Day with Booka

Take a closer look at the fascinating culture of Africa through touching stories and beautiful illustrations with elements of African culture and traditions.

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Top 5 Books for kids to embrace their Uniqueness

The books in this collection will help your kids in recognizing and embracing the qualities that make them special.

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Experience the history of the United States of America!

Take a walk through American history with books on Booka. Today, we remember the founding of the United States through reading.

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