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Vooks Is Designed to Be Used Sparingly—and Why That Matters for Childhood

In today’s digital world, screens are everywhere. Kids use them for school, entertainment, games, video chats, and connecting with friends and family. And while digital tools can be useful and even educational, at Vooks we’ve built our product with one guiding principle in mind: We want you to use Vooks sparingly—because childhood is meant to be lived, not watched.

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Why Parents (and Kids) Will Love Vooks Storyteller: More Than Just Reading Aloud

Storytime is sacred, a moment both simple and profound when you lean in, share a story, and connect. But what if that moment could do more than entertain? What if storytime could help your child grow—academically, emotionally, and socially—while also preserving a piece of your family’s voice forever?

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Building Routines for Back to School

Addressing routines when students return to school in the fall is essential for creating a structured and supportive learning environment. Here are some strategies to help you effectively establish and reinforce routines…

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The Science of Reading and Foundational Skills

The Science of Reading approach emphasizes a structured and systematic scope and sequence for teaching foundational skills. This approach is based on extensive research into how children learn to read and highlights the importance of explicit instruction in key areas.

Here are some example sequences by grade level…

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How to Keep Children Reading During the Summer

Keeping students interested in reading during the summer can be both fun and educational with the right strategies. Here are just a few effective ways to engage young readers…

Young girl smiling and wearing aviator goggles and hat

Vooks Is Designed to Be Used Sparingly—and Why That Matters for Childhood

In today’s digital world, screens are everywhere. Kids use them for school, entertainment, games, video chats, and connecting with friends and family. And while digital tools can be useful and even educational, at Vooks we’ve built our product with one guiding principle in mind: We want you to use Vooks sparingly—because childhood is meant to be lived, not watched.

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Q&A series with education director banner

Building Routines for Back to School

Addressing routines when students return to school in the fall is essential for creating a structured and supportive learning environment. Here are some strategies to help you effectively establish and reinforce routines…

Read More
Q&A series with education director banner

The Science of Reading and Foundational Skills

The Science of Reading approach emphasizes a structured and systematic scope and sequence for teaching foundational skills. This approach is based on extensive research into how children learn to read and highlights the importance of explicit instruction in key areas.

Here are some example sequences by grade level…

Read More