7 Hands-On Reading Activities for Reluctant Readers
If your child struggles to sit still and read a book, you’re not alone. For many kids, especially those with Dyslexia , ADHD, or other...
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Should You Wait? How to Improve Students’ Reading Skills Before It's Too Late
If you’re a parent of a struggling reader, you’ve probably heard it before: “Don’t worry, they’ll catch up.” It’s a phrase that sounds...
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Comprehension vs. Decoding: Where Is My Child Getting Stuck with Reading Comprehension?
Is your child struggling with reading comprehension—or something else? If you’ve ever thought, “My child reads well but doesn’t seem to...
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What to Say (and Not Say) When Helping a Child with Reading Difficulties
Watching your child struggle with reading can tug at your heart. As online reading specialists who work with children in grades K–5, we...
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What Does a Reading Specialist Do During a Tutoring Session?
If you’re a parent of a struggling reader , you may wonder what a reading specialist does and how they can help your child. Reading...
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What End-of-Year Report Cards Don’t Tell You About Tracking Reading Progress
If your child just brought home a passing grade in reading, you might feel a wave of relief—but don’t let that grade fool you. A “meets...
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