Should I have my child tested?
Dear Teacher, My child is in second grade and reading has always been difficult for him. He was barely on grade level in kindergarten and first grade and now is …
My child is falling behind in reading!
Dear Teacher, My child’s teacher has informed me that she only went up one reading level this quarter on her most recent assessment. I don’t want her to fall behind. …
An Essential Reading Strategy
What is a strategy? A strategy is a technique, method or way of figuring something out. In order to learn how to read students must be taught strategies that will …
There’s A Very Simple Reading Strategy for Improving Comprehension
One of the most powerful strategies parents can use when teaching their children how to read is simply REREADING the book. Rereading builds fluency, accuracy, and comprehension. Why is rereading …
Help! My child hates to read!
Dear Teacher, My daughter hates reading! I’ve tried everything to no avail. I thought as she got older she would eventually change her attitude toward reading, but things are getting …