Author: Rochel Lieberman

The Importance of Reading Daily

The Incredible Impact of 20 Minutes: How Daily Reading Transforms Children’s Lives Did you know that reading for just 20 minutes a day offers numerous benefits? Reading enhances critical thinking skills. Reading topics of interest fosters a love of reading and helps children develop into lifelong learners. Reading introduces children to diverse ideas and cultures. […]

Connect Lexile to Career Possibilities

Within Beable, your child will choose three careers of greatest interest to them and identify the Lexile requirements for each one. Have your child log in to Beable and show you their chosen careers and Lexile levels. Ask them if they have a plan to complete Beable lessons in order to improve their reading ability.

How Can I Use the Lexile?

There are ways that you can use the Lexile Framework to provide your child with time on task reading materials that are well matched to their Lexile level. One way is to encourage your child to log into Beable and complete lessons. Beable lessons are precisely matched to your child’s level. As your child’s reading […]

Check Your Child’s Lexile Level

Your child has taken an initial Lexile assessment within Beable. Ask them to log in, take you to their Learner Record, and show you their Lexile level. It’s important to know that your child will take the initial, longer Lexile assessment only one time. After that, they will take a monthly Power Up Challenge. This […]

Overview of RIASEC

Below is a lesson in Beable that gives an overview of the RIASEC career interest survey. Consider reading it with your child and using the discussion questions to generate conversations about the RIASEC themes. Where Ya Headed? Do you struggle to formulate a response when asked what you want to be when you grow up? […]

Family Members Take RIASEC

Your child has taken the RIASEC career interest survey on Beable. They have received their 3- letter RIASEC code that describes their work-related interests. You can also take the RIASEC survey and receive your 3-letter code here. After you get your 3-letter code, ask your child the questions below. Answer the same questions for your […]

What Is RIASEC?

Ed Hidalgo, the founder of the World of Work, speaks to students about the significance of recognizing one’s interests and the benefits of completing the RIASEC career interest inventory. Your child can access the RIASEC inventory on Beable, and you can take it directly through this website. Share this video with your child to help […]

What Is Work?

Below is a lesson that gives an overview of different forms of work. Consider reading it with your child and using the discussion questions to generate conversations about work. What is Work? Work. It sounds simple, right? Not so fast! Work is more than just a job or career—it’s any effort you put in to […]

Hidden Work Hunt

A Fun and Educational Family Activity Objective: Help your kids understand the broader concept of “work” by spotting instances of work happening around you that aren’t part of a formal job. Your Task: Throughout the day, everyone should keep their eyes peeled for people doing any kind of work outside of their regular jobs. This […]

S-I-V-J Prompts Overview (Strengths, Interests, Values, and Job Readiness)

Parent Overview Self-awareness is an ongoing journey for everyone. It’s helpful for children to be engaged in this journey of self-awareness as part of their academic and personal growth. Your child’s first step is completing their RIASEC inventory, which provides them with a 3-letter code that represents their career-related interests. Beyond the RIASEC, though, there […]