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Question of the Month: “How do I get my child to do more reading?”
EASTER CRAFT: Marbled Eggs with Shaving Cream
Good question! Research shows that the more kids read, the better they read. So it is a great idea to look for ways to get your child reading more. Here are a few ideas:
1. Write short notes for your child to read. Write down a weekly chore list, put a note in a lunch bag, or on the bathroom mirror. 2. Enjoy doing activities that require reading. Reading a recipe to cook something together or reading instructions to make a craft project are great ways to inspire your kids to read with you.
3. Establish a reading time at home. Even if it’s only 10 minutes each day, set aside a reading time for both you and your children. Enjoy the quiet time together. Make sure there is a good reading light. 4. I read, you read. Take turns reading a book with you reading one page and your child reading the next.
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EDITOR’S PICK by Vicki Whiting, Kid Scoop News
By BK Fulton The Adventures of Little BK: Book 1 A uthor BK Fulton has had many adventures and earned a lot of awards as a lmmaker, philanthropist, and entrepreneur.
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Spray the shaving cream in your dish making sure to cover the entire surface to a depth of about one inch.
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Using two or three colors, put drops of food coloring randomly on the shaving cream.
everyday challenges a child can face. This series of books is written to be uplifting and entertaining.
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Use a toothpick to drag the colors together to make swirls. Don’t mix too much.
“Little BK’s experiences show that it’s okay to be in your own skin, and it’s okay to choose your own style. His stories encourage children to be true to who they really are,”explained Fulton.
Now he is the author of a seven-book series of children’s books based on his life experiences. The rst book tells about his rst day at a new school in the third grade and how he got the name BK. Read this book with your child to talk about the kinds of
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Gently roll your egg through the colored shaving cream—you might want to wear kitchen gloves or use a stick or spoon here to avoid getting food coloring on your hands. When you’ve coated your egg, pick it up and place it carefully on a paper plate. Allow to dry for about 10 minutes.
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You can order this book online at soulidifly.com/mrbusiness
Using paper towels, gently rub o the shaving cream.
© Vicki Whiting April 2025
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