Why Writing is the Secret Ingredient to Better Reading

Want to raise a stronger reader? Start with writing.
Most parents focus on phonics and storytime—but research shows writing can dramatically boost reading skills. In this post, we explore how writing improves comprehension, confidence, and critical thinking—and give you 5 easy ways to use writing at home to support your child’s literacy. If you’re looking for practical strategies to help your child become a better reader and writer, you’re in the right place.

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Inside the Literacy Lab: A Research-Based Routine That’s Getting Results

Why are so many students still struggling to read and write—and what actually works to help them grow? At the Masterpiece Academy, our answer is clear: explicit, structured literacy instruction. In this behind-the-scenes look Inside the Literacy Lab, discover how our research-based routine is building confident readers and writers, one session at a time. Whether your child needs extra support or enrichment, our programs—like Readers Theatre, one-on-one coaching, and group classes—are designed to meet students where they are and take them further.

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Sharpening Arrows: A Family’s Guide to the National Bible Bee

Discover how your family can grow in faith through the National Bible Bee with Masterpiece Academy, an affiliate of Liberty University Online Academy. This guide breaks down the full Bible Bee experience—from registration to the national stage—while equipping parents to lead with Scripture at the center of home life.

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