Between The Lines: Don’t sell short the power of the pen
This article appeared on Tuesday 24 March 2015 in the South China Morning Post print edition as “Don’t sell short the pen’s power”. In advocating
The Read-Aloud Collection
Our latest book guide is a valuable resource for parents and teachers seeking the best books in English for reading together with children, from birth
Between the Lines: Imagination just as important for children as books
This article appeared on Tuesday 24 February 2015 in the South China Morning Post print edition as “Why kids need time to ponder”. “Use your
南華早報專欄：Heads-up on the theory of mind
This article appeared on Tuesday 10 March 2015 in the South China Morning Post print edition as “Heads-up on the theory of mind”. My love of
Between The Lines: Six great Lunar New Year story books for children
This article appeared on Tuesday 10 February 2015 in the South China Morning Post print edition as “Children’s tales for Lunar New Year”. For me,
Young readers benefit from a curated selection of books
Children need help with reading choices.Photo: K.Y. Cheng When children are little, part of the process of learning to read involves finding “just right” books.
Between the Lines: Reading to children improves their cognitive abilities
Last summer, the American Academy of Paediatrics issued a new policy statement for its members, recommending that paediatricians advise parents of young children about the
Between the Lines: Discussing books with children improves their creative writing skills
“Why is Goodnight Moon such a big deal?” my friend asked me. The classic story by Margaret Wise Brown doesn’t seem that notable on first glance: a
Between the Lines: The joys of letter writing
I have fond memories of writing many letters to many people in my youth. In fact, cherished relationships were built and strengthened through letters.
Between the Lines: Patience works best for kids who are slow to start reading
In her personal story published in SCMP, Gwen reminds us that “Good things come to those who wait”… This article appeared on Tuesday 4 November
