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Our youngest learners are being more challenged than ever to attain reading proficiency, making systematic, explicit instruction in foundational skills more vital than ever.

Shaped Staff

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We had the opportunity to speak with Ted Levine, President and CEO of Kids Discover, an HMH Partner and educational publisher of high-interest nonfiction for kids. Ted discussed current trends he recognizes in the education space, Kids Discover's core mission and the company's approach to creating fun, bold and engaging content. Here's what he had to say.

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Creative ways to encourage Pre-K through Grade 2 children to embrace reading.

Francie Alexander
Senior Vice President, Efficacy & Consulting Research

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Principal Dr. Kyle Palmer explains how his elementary school has transformed from a traditional school into a more future-ready school, with collaboration, innovation and risk-taking at its core.

Dr. Kyle Palmer
Principal, Lewis and Clark Elementary

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In celebration of Computer Science Education Week this week, we’ve compiled a list of 9 apps and resources created by the variety of providers on HMH Marketplace.

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Spark Roundup

In this edition of The Spark News Roundup, we take a closer look at how some schools are introducing new and innovative practices into their classrooms, from scheduling four recesses a day, to embracing a more interactive approach to preschool math instruction through the use of talking puppets.

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As kids head back to school, HMH Chief Academic Officer Francie Alexander shares some elementary and middle school-level books to help ease the transition from summer to fall.

Francie Alexander
Senior Vice President, Efficacy & Consulting Research

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Dr. Laurie E. Cutting
Professor, Vanderbilt University

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HMH announces Curious World Tour, an immersive, playful learning experience for kids and families in communities nationwide.

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HMH Program Author Michael DiSpezio explains the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and how they help guide effective science instruction.

Michael DiSpezio
Author, ScienceFusion and HMH Science Dimensions Programs

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Math Solutions Development Manager Mary Mitchell analyzes the difference between word problems and problem solving in the math classroom.

Mary Mitchell
Professional Learning Program Designer

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HMH program author Kate Kinsella, Ed.D. offers insights and strategies to support English learners in becoming focused listeners in the classroom.

Dr. Kate Kinsella
Author, English 3D; Co-Author, Read 180®; Teacher Educator, Researcher; CEO, Dr. Kate Kinsella & Associates

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STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math---all essential skill areas for our children in their future. Introducing STEAM skills and activities early encourages young minds and taps into their natural curiosity.

Susan Magsamen
Former Senior Vice President of Early Learning

Book Covers Don Brown

I have written two-dozen non-fiction history books for kids over as many years. My latest books recount an environmental disaster and a killer hurricane, neither of which is an easy topic for readers regardless of age. The question I often face is how to present difficult material to kids?

Don Brown
Author and Illustrator

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We tend to think of technology as the inspiration behind the innovations of today, but what if instead, the idea is born before anyone has invented the technology to realize it?

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The annual practice of exchanging Valentine’s Day greetings and gifts with loved ones can be traced back to the 15th century. In fact, the oldest known written valentine still in existence is a poem penned by Charles, Duke of Orleans, who wrote to his wife while he was imprisoned in the Tower of London in 1415.

Alex Honeysett
Former Director of Communications, Channel One News

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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

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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.

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