Resources For Parents

 

GENERAL  EDUCATION RESOURCES:

Free Audio Books at Story Nory

READING LISTS

Scholastic : Here you can choose from different genres of books as well as age groups

Book Trust UK 6-8 year olds-Reading List

Good Reads-Pick an age group at the top

Good Reads-non-fiction

Articles for parents about reading

The Most Important Lessons Schools Can Teach Kids

PBS Parents-Lots of articles/ information on education

Parent’s Choice-Lots of articles and book suggestions 

What do boys like to read?

Books for boys who hate reading

Reading with your child

 

MATHS ACTIVITIES/ INVESTIGATIONS

Understanding_Progress_in_Maths_-_a_guide_for_parents

Here is a link to an online Maths Dictionary which can be helpful to check the meaning of some mathematical terms.

http://www.amathsdictionaryforkids.com/dictionary.html

http://www.mathsisfun.com/definitions/index.html

Math Investigations

Nrich Maths-choose a level and type of maths.Includes games

Inquiry Learning through the PYP Program

For specific and detailed information head to the IB site.

 

SparkleBox-free printable resources for your child

Twinkle-More free resources