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Language and Literacy Series: Context, Conversation and Non-Verbal Clues

Young children are natural experts when it comes to learning critical skills. Unlike other mammals, babies need adult help for nearly everything.

Susan Magsamen

Former Senior Vice President of Early Learning

October 08, 2014

Why Does Math Matter?

There are many opportunities for students to build critical thinking skills by finding connections between classroom concepts and the “real world.”

Dr. Mike Heithaus

Dean and Professor, Florida International University, Miami

October 01, 2014

The Holy Grail – Language and Literacy Series: What Reading Looks Like Together

One of my favorite sayings is “If you take care of the moments, the years will take care of themselves.” I can think of no other moment more precious and invaluable to ensuring a strong foundation than reading with a child.

Susan Magsamen

Former Senior Vice President of Early Learning

September 24, 2014

Unleash Your Curiosity This Weekend!

It’s no secret that, here at HMH, we are firm believers in the crucial role of curiosity in lifelong learning. Exemplified by our beloved friend Curious George, the concept reminds us that education is never static.

HMHCo

September 18, 2014

HMH Friends Accept ALS Challenge

As the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge continues to take the world by storm, we’ve seen celebrities, friends and family embrace the chilly challenge to raise awareness about the neurodegenerative disease.

HMHCo

September 15, 2014

Something Unexpected is Happening

While technology is becoming the accepted mode of delivery in classrooms across the nation, young people are coming back from the world of the virtual to the land of the physical - believe it or not.

Dr. Nicole Melander

Former Chief Customer Officer, HMH and Executive Vice President, Digital Strategy

September 11, 2014

Leaving the House With Little Ones, the Drama-Free Way

When it comes to weekly errands, it can be difficult to motivate yourself to get up and out of the house, let alone persuade your kids to come along with you.

Susan Magsamen

Former Senior Vice President of Early Learning

September 08, 2014

Learning in the Digital Age

If you’ve ever read a storybook to a toddler, you’ve probably caught them treating the pages like an iPhone or an iPad – swiping the cover or attempting to enlarge the pictures with a tap of their finger.

Mary Cullinane

Former Chief Content Officer and Executive Vice President of Product Planning, Development and Marketing

September 04, 2014

The Power of Social Media

While social media has become one of the most popular ways for us to engage and interact with one another, its integration into the classroom is still in its infancy.

Alex Honeysett

Former Director of Communications, Channel One News

August 28, 2014

CUSD Among First in the Nation to Debut Comprehensive 1:1 Tablet Program

While recent years have seen an influx of digital tools that promise to transform learning and teaching, as content providers, we know that tablets and apps will not be effective alone.

HMHCo

August 21, 2014

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