The Science of Reading: Why “Whole Language” might be failing your student.

The Science of Reading: Why “Whole Language” might be failing your student. In my experience as an educator, there is nothing more heartbreaking than watching a bright child look at a page, see the word “house,” and guess “home” because they saw a picture of a

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How to Choose the Right Online Reading Tutor for Your Child.

How to Choose the Right Online Reading Tutor for Your Child. Eight-year-old Leo used to hide in the bathroom every time his teacher announced “popcorn reading” at school. His stomach would twist into knots, and he’d count the minutes until the bell rang. His mom, Sarah,

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Fixing the 3rd Grade Reading Slump: 5 Proven Recovery Strategies

Fixing the 3rd Grade Reading Slump: 5 Proven Recovery Strategies I remember a mom named Sarah who called me last year, sounding completely defeated. Her son, Leo, had always been a “good” reader. He knew his ABCs early and could breeze through picture books. But as

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Top 10 Games to Build Early Literacy Skills at Home

Top 10 Games to Build Early Literacy Skills at Home I remember sitting with a young boy named Sam. He was seven years old and terrified of books. Every time his mom pulled out a reader, Sam would find a reason to leave the room. He

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What’s the difference and why does it matter?

What’s the difference and why does it matter? I remember sitting with a student named Leo last year. It was Sunday night, and he was staring at a pile of crumpled worksheets. His mom told me they had spent hundreds of dollars on a math tutor,

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When Do Kids Learn to Read? Essential Milestones for Success

When Do Kids Learn to Read? Essential Milestones for Success In my experience as an educator, I have seen the same look of worry on many parents’ faces. Meet Sarah, a dedicated mom whose son, Leo, just started first grade. While Leo’s best friend is already

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