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Sleep Rx for School Success
“It’s time for bed,” is one of the most important phrases you can say to help your child be more successful in the upcoming school year, says Mary Sheedy Kurcinka, author of Sleepless in America (2006, HarperCollins). “Sound sleep is associated with top performance, sound reasoning, impulse control and more,” Kurcinka says.

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Dear Teacher Q&A
Q: My daughter just started middle school. Is it still a good idea to read to her every night?

A: Don't quit reading to your daughter. Many experts recommend it. Studies even show that it is likely to increase your child's reading scores and her interest in reading. Furthermore, she is being exposed to a more advanced vocabulary. It is also a great way to communicate with her on a wide variety of subjects. And frankly, everyone enjoys listening to stories.

Here are some hints to make your reading sessions as successful as possible:

  • Be consistent in reading to your daughter every night. You needen't read for more than 15 minutes.

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