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"Danny, may have been pretending to use his tablet, but he really was thinking about what his dad had said while practicing his speech in the car, ""If humans had never asked questions we would still be living in caves. It takes smart people to solve our problems and smart people get smarter by seeking information from smarter people and that is why we are here today!"" Danny jumped up from his chair. His Dad was right, Danny was struggling with reading, and he knew he needed help, he needed to talk to the smartest person he knew. He needed to talk to . . . Grammy! Danny, kind of groaned, he knew his ABC's. Grammy replied yes, Danny did know his alphabet, but did he know how just 26 letters could create more the than 140,000 words that were currently being used in our English vocabulary? Did he know that six of those letters were, like the big shots of the show, because at least one of them had to appear in every one of those words? Learning to read was like chipping away at a giant iceberg. Recognizing the letters and reciting them in order only chipped away a tiny sliver! However if he knew how to figure out words he could knock off a very big chunk and that would help him read. Grammy had one more question. Could Danny tell her what the most important word he needed to know in any story? Danny said of course, he could not, no one could, not even a genius! Grammy laughed and made a very loud buzzing sound to let Danny know, his answer was wrong! The most important word to know . . . is the next one! And if he learned how to figure out words, he would never have to worry about his ability to read a book! After all books are just words strung together to make sentences, sentences are strung together to make paragraphs that are strung together to tell a story and Grammy had a story she was about to share!"

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"Carol Thompson - Danny's Reading Problem and The Fun He Had Fixing It! by Nita Marie Clark is a heartwarming and engaging book that takes young readers on a journey of overcoming challenges with the help of family and a dash of fun. This delightful story is perfect for any child struggling with reading who could use a little encouragement. Danny, finds reading difficult, a problem many kids can relate to. During his stay with his grandparents over spring break, Danny decides it's time to tackle his reading woes. Grammy and Gramps come to the rescue with clever tricks and much love, showing Danny that learning can be enjoyable. What stands out in Danny's Reading Problem and The Fun He Had Fixing It! is the supportive and loving relationship between Danny and his grandparents. Nita Marie Clark beautifully captures the warmth and wisdom that grandparents give. Their creative strategies for helping Danny read better are practical and easy for young readers to grasp, making this book both a story and a helpful guide for kids facing similar challenges. The vibrant and inviting illustrations capture the essence of Danny's journey and the joy he experiences as he improves his reading skills. The book balances humor and education, ensuring that kids remain engaged while learning valuable lessons about perseverance and seeking help when needed. . This book is excellent for teaching young children to read and understand language Emily-Jane Hills Orford - Do you know what the most important word is in any story? According to Danny's Grammy in Nita Marie Clark's Danny's Reading Problem and the Fun He Had Fixing It!, Grammy says quite simply that ""the most important word to know ... is the next one!"" What a great incentive to help a struggling reader learn first to love reading and second to become a good reader. Danny is struggling to read. He turns to Grammy and Gramps for help. Everyone learns to read in their own way and in their own time. The simple fact that Danny wants to fix his reading handicap is a step in the right direction. Danny's Reading Problem and the Fun He Had Fixing It!, is a powerful story about not giving up. Told in simple language so the struggling young reader in your home or class can easily follow along, this story moves at a fast pace, full of humor and fun. The author's informative disclaimer at the beginning provides readers with some background on reading philosophies and the author's own background in education which began in 1943, in a one-room school. The story is both encouraging and educational. Philip Van Heusen - Nita Marie Clark in Danny's Reading Problem and the Fun He Had Fixing It! is a great book to help young people struggling with reading. Join Danny as his grammy helps him have fun and learn how to read. She gives him the best gift: the love of books and reading. Grammy taught Danny about the five letters that don't fit smoothly into the alphabet's scheme of vowels and consonants. Danny and his gramps learned that letters are strung together to form words, which are strung together to make sentences, which are strung together to make paragraphs, which are the basis of all stories. If your child is between the ages of five and twelve, they will enjoy reading this book. If they are struggling with reading, they need this book. Nita Marie Clark shares how to create a fun learning environment and some special rules for making words. Nita's daughter, Kathy N. Doherty, does a masterful job of illustrating this wonderful story of discovery. The skills taught in this book will help parents and educators teach children to read and keep them growing in their love of learning. The importance of helping your child learn reading skills and develop a love of reading cannot be overemphasized. The love of learning is contagious, so leading children by example is vital."

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