Phrase Reading: The Missing Piece in Your Child’s Reading Development
If your child sounds like they’re reading a grocery list instead of a story, they’re probably stuck in word-by-word reading mode. This is completely normal for beginning readers, but as children grow, they need to learn how to group words together into chunks that make sense. Think about how you speak naturally. You don’t say…
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CVC Words (With 100+ Examples)
The moment your child sounds out their first three-letter word—”c-a-t”—and suddenly exclaims “cat!” with pure delight is magical. That breakthrough moment represents mastery of CVC words, the fundamental building blocks that transform children from letter-knowers into actual readers. Understanding CVC words isn’t just about teaching your child to read simple words; it’s about laying the…
R-Controlled Vowels Made Simple: A Step-by-Step Parent Guide
Your child has mastered basic letter sounds and can read simple words like “cat” and “dog.” Then they encounter “car” and suddenly freeze. Welcome to the world of r-controlled vowels—one of the trickiest concepts in early reading that leaves many parents scratching their heads. But here’s the good news: with the right approach, you can…
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Why Your 4-Year-Old Can’t Remember Letter Sounds (And How to Help)
You’ve been working with your 4-year-old on letter sounds for weeks. Yesterday, they confidently told you that “B” makes the /b/ sound like in “ball.” Today? They stare at the same letter like they’ve never seen it before. If this sounds familiar, take a deep breath—you’re not alone, and more importantly, you’re not failing as…
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Jabari Asim Books
Magical moments happen every day in homes and classrooms where Jabari Asim’s books live on shelves and in hearts. His collection of children’s literature doesn’t just tell stories—it builds bridges between young readers and the joy of seeing themselves reflected in the pages they turn. Why Diverse Representation Matters for Emerging Readers When we talk…
E-Reading Games: The Science Behind Reading.com’s Educational Game Design
Not all e-reading games are created equal. While your child might spend hours tapping colorful screens and collecting virtual rewards, the real question is: Are they actually learning to read? Recent research reveals a striking truth about digital literacy games—they can be incredibly effective when designed with specific educational principles in mind, but harmful when…
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