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Kindergarten Reading Help

Kindergarten Reading Help

Are you a Kindergartener’s parent? If so, I’m sure you’re excited about the year ahead. It’s a very important year for your child, and there are some key concepts that all Kindergarteners must learn to get the most out of Kindergarten.

Explicit Systematic Phonics Instruction

Explicit Systematic Phonics Instruction

Teaching in a systematic way means using a proper scope and sequence with the curriculum. The hallmark of an explicit, systematic phonics approach is the direct teaching of letter-sound relationship…

The Alphabetic Principle

The Alphabetic Principle

The ability to read is one of the most essential skills a child can learn. And while it may seem like a simple task, the process of learning to read is actually quite complex. A crucial part of being able to read is understanding the alphabetic principle.

High-Dosage Tutoring

High-Dosage Tutoring

PROOF POINTS: Early data on ‘high-dosage’ tutoring shows schools are sometimes finding it tough to deliver even low doses. Tutoring is by far the most effective way to help children catch up at school, according to rigorous research studies.

Comprehension in Early Readers

Comprehension in Early Readers

Comprehension depends, firstly, on a large, working vocabulary and substantial background knowledge. Even before children can read for themselves, we can build this vital background knowledge by reading…

A Brief History and Background on “The Reading Wars”

A Brief History and Background on “The Reading Wars”

A Brief History and Background on "The Reading Wars"By Brian Southwell The reading wars are a debate between two methods of teaching children how to read: phonics and whole language. Many people believe that phonics is the best way to teach children to read, while...

How to Motivate Your Child to Read More

How to Motivate Your Child to Read More

How to Motivate Your Reluctant Reader to Read MoreDo you have a child who is a reluctant reader? It can be frustrating when your child says they "don't like reading." The good news is that there are ways to motivate them to read more! This blog post will give you a...

What’s the Best Tutoring Center Near Me? A Guide for Parents

What’s the Best Tutoring Center Near Me? A Guide for Parents

The Best Reading Tutors Near Me? A Guide for ParentsIf you can read this sentence, an excellent teacher or tutor once provided you with the skills necessary to get the most out of our language-driven world. You have the power to escape through brilliant stories. You...