Is your child struggling to understand new words in books as they learn to read? It’s common for beginner readers and their parents to feel discouraged. While building a strong vocabulary is an essential part of reading comprehension, it takes time. And it doesn’t have to be a chore. To help your child discover a […]
Neurodevelopmental disorders such as attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) can significantly affect academic performance. When it comes to reading, people with ADHD often have different ways of being able to effectively focus, comprehend, and retain information in text. If your child has ADHD and is struggling with reading, know that this struggle doesn’t have to last forever. […]
Learning to read is a life-changing milestone for children. It opens the door to lifelong learning and can impact academic success. At the foundation of every child’s reading journey is phonics instruction—the method of teaching kids the relationship between spoken language and alphabetical letters. Whether your child is a pre-reader or on their way to […]
Reading books out loud to your child is a precious and important part of their development. Read-alouds support children’s literacy development, bonding experiences, and story comprehension skills. However, simply reading the words on the page isn’t always enough to facilitate meaningful reading experiences with your kids. Making storytime an interactive and educational bonding memory can […]
No matter how your family approaches reading at home, children develop literacy skills and learn best in a reader-friendly environment. Nurturing your child’s love for reading can positively affect their emotional, cognitive, and mental development. One way to foster healthy reading habits in your home is to create an inviting, cozy reading nook—also known as […]
Young readers can experience a wide range of motivation levels. Some kids love reading and begin to devour all the print they can get their hands on; others might struggle through each new sentence; and everything in between. One way to strengthen readers’ interest and enthusiasm toward books is through interactive support in a positive […]
When your child is learning how to read, it’s an exciting and rewarding time. As parents, we all want to see our children grow into literate, successful individuals—both academically and as human beings. But for some children, learning to read isn’t the most empowering or life-changing experience. Some kids really struggle. In that case, what […]
When kids are learning to read, the books they explore play a role in shaping their skills and attitudes toward reading. Books also impact literacy development: texts must be appropriate for a child’s age, interests, and stage of reading development. It’s important to choose beginning reader books for your child that support their literacy journey […]
Dyslexia is a type of Specific Learning Disorder (SLD) that can cause difficulties with reading, writing, and spelling. As the most common learning disability, it’s estimated that nearly 20% of the population may have dyslexia at varying levels of severity, even if they aren’t diagnosed. While dyslexia is a learning disorder, there are effective instructional […]
