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How to Practice Reading at Home Sight words, those common words that children need to recognize instantly, are a cornerstone of early reading development. They appear so frequently in texts that knowing them by sight is essential for reading fluency and comprehension. While sight words flash cards are a popular tool for teaching sight words,…
Even with lots of good reading instruction, some readers with dyslexia still read very slowly. While the Science of Reading is pretty clear about the best ways to teach students to decode words, improving reading fluency for dyslexic students is another challenge, and one that can be harder to overcome. Here’s what it takes to…
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Strategies to Improve Your Child’s Reading Skills As a parent, it’s concerning to see your child guessing words when reading. You might wonder, “Is this normal? How can I help?” Understanding what good readers do can offer valuable insights and strategies to support your child’s reading development. Reading is a fundamental skill that impacts all…
Do They Count as Real Reading? When I started teaching in the classroom – in what we’ll call the Early 21st Century – one of my sixth graders was obsessed with the Babymouse books. I tried and tried to steer her to other parts of the library, but every week she ended up with Babymouse….
Reading fluency is a critical component of literacy, encompassing the ability to read with speed, accuracy, and proper expression. When children struggle with reading fluency, they often find reading to be a laborious and frustrating task. Students gradually become more fluent with practice and good reading instruction. Fortunately, there are several strategies that parents can…