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Engaging the reluctant reader: Benefits of gamified learning in literacy education

eSchool News

On average, about 25 percent of children in the early grades struggle with reading. At the same time, the percentage of students who say they read for pleasure is declining : Fewer than half of all children ages 8-18 (43 percent) say they enjoy reading in their spare time, down from 58 percent in 2016.

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Early Numeracy as a Cornerstone of Long-Term Academic Success

Edsurge

Just as early literacy sets the stage for reading comprehension, early numeracy establishes a critical foundation for mathematical thinking and problem-solving. It contributes to cognitive development, problem-solving abilities and logical reasoning essential skills across all subjects and future career paths.