Short Reading: Samhain

In many Western countries, Halloween is a day of celebration, dressing up, and extorting candy from every house on the block. But it wasn’t always so. In fact, Halloween is a rather modern holiday. Samhain (pronounced SOW-win), is the Pagan festival that preceded it and is still celebrated today by much of the Pagan community. … Continue reading “Short Reading: Samhain”


Guest Blog: Transforming Education: Innovative Ways to Keep Learning Engaging for Your Child

As a parent, you play a pivotal role in shaping your child’s love for learning. In an era where knowledge is at our fingertips, keeping the learning process enjoyable and impactful can set the stage for a life-long pursuit of knowledge and personal growth. Below, AceReader explores various methods to maintain an engaging and educational … Continue reading “Guest Blog: Transforming Education: Innovative Ways to Keep Learning Engaging for Your Child”


Short Reading: Quokkas

Quokkas were first described by the Dutch sea captain Willem de Vlamingh, who reported finding “a kind of rat as big as a cat” on the island. The crew named the quokkas’ island Ratte nest (“rat’s nest”), then promptly sailed away, presumably toward something more inviting. The quokka (Setonix brachyurus) is the only member of … Continue reading “Short Reading: Quokkas”


Guest Blog: Engaging Young Minds: Tips for New Educators

Pursuing a career in education is not only about imparting knowledge, but also about inspiring a new generation. It demands dedication, creativity, and a profound commitment to nurturing young minds. This guide from AceReader, Inc. equips you with critical steps to cultivate a fulfilling teaching career, ensuring you start on solid ground and continue to … Continue reading “Guest Blog: Engaging Young Minds: Tips for New Educators”


The Effects of Reading Aloud on Comprehension and Memory Recall

[Editor’s note: This is part three of a three-part series examining the development of a font touted to help struggling readers.] Studies conducted over the years have shown that reading text out loud improves memory recall compared to reading silently. The question is, does the positive effect on recall also extend to understanding the material … Continue reading “The Effects of Reading Aloud on Comprehension and Memory Recall”


Sans Forgetica: Debunking Claim of Font Effectiveness in Reading for Comprehension and Recall

[Editor’s note: This is part two of a three-part series examining the development of a font touted to help struggling readers.] Last week we looked at data from Australian researchers that suggested their Sans Forgetica font, with its disrupted letterforms, could aid readers with initial comprehension and later recall of information. The original team’s study … Continue reading “Sans Forgetica: Debunking Claim of Font Effectiveness in Reading for Comprehension and Recall”