Reading Rockets
About Us
Reading Rockets is a national multimedia project offering information and resources on how young kids learn to read, why so many struggle, and how caring adults can help.
Contact Information
Reading Rockets
WETA Public Television
2775 S. Quincy St.
Arlington, VA 22206
Telephone: 703-998-2001
Fax: 703-998-2060
You can contact Reading Rockets online by emailing readingrockets@weta.org.
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Articles by Reading Rockets
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Letters from the White House
Don't you love getting letters? Everyone does, but nobody's writing anymore. Letter writing is an art that may soon be...
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Successful Transition to Kindergarten for Learners Who May Be at Risk for Learning Disabilities
Heading off to kindergarten is a big event for all kids and parents. For young children who have struggled socially or...
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Books by Theme: Welcome Summer
Welcome summer with this list of recommended books for kids ages 0-9. The books below include both new possibilities and...
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How to Read with a Beginning Reader
Sometimes parents of beginning readers wonder if their child is on track with reading. They don’t understand why their...
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The Role of Fathers in Their Child's Literacy Development (Pre-K)
Dads: Did you know that reading with your preschool child can lead to better school performance later on? Studies show...
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Easing Back Into School
Back to School is an exciting (and sometimes nervous!) time for students and parents. A few tips might help you and your...
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Picture This! Using Mental Imagery While Reading
One way to help a child comprehend what he is reading is to encourage him to visualize parts of the story in his mind....
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2009 Book Buying Holiday Guide
What is often remembered long after they've been used, are often passed on from one generation to the next, and can...
Topics: Books for Children | The Holiday Season
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