As parents, we all want to give our children the best start in reading and learning. While teaching them letters and sounds is important, there’s another key ingredient to early literacy that often goes unnoticed: prior knowledge—the background information and experiences a child has before they even open a book. Prior knowledge helps children understand
Fraud rates are on the rise. The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reported that fraud losses rose by 70% between 2020 and 2021 and an additional 30% in 2022, reaching an incredible $8.8 billion. Newly released Federal Trade Commission data show that consumers reported losing more than $10 billion to fraud in 2023, marking the
When you dig into your ancestry, there is a feeling of excitement as you research those who came before you. You have an opportunity to glean information about relatives who helped shape who you are today and a chance to delve into their history so that you can better understand yourself. These are some reasons
