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Episode 1: 5 Signs Your Child Needs More Reading Support (And How to Help)
As parents, we all want our children to succeed in reading, but sometimes it’s hard to know when they need…
How Sold A Story Revived The National Reading Panel Report
In 2000, the National Reading Panel released its landmark report, a document that we hoped would transform literacy education in…
k and ck spelling for /k/
If you’re wondering when you should use k or ck spelling for /k/, watch the video below.
What is a knowledge-building approach?
A knowledge-building approach to education focuses on fostering a deep understanding of core concepts and promoting collaborative inquiry and exploration….
What is Whole-Child Learning?
A whole-child approach to education emphasizes addressing all aspects of a child’s development rather than solely focusing on academic achievement….
What is a multi-sensory approach?
A multi-sensory approach to education is a teaching method that engages multiple senses—such as sight, hearing, touch, and movement—in the…
How does prior knowledge help us make an inference?
Inference, in the context of reading text, refers to the process of drawing conclusions, making interpretations, or forming judgments based…
The Reading Wars: The Fight for Literacy
The reading wars refer to a long-standing debate in education about the best way to teach reading. Whole language and…
Why Building Knowledge Enhances Literacy
Building knowledge can help with literacy because it enhances a person’s ability to understand and comprehend written material. When a…
Literacy Statistics in The United States
According to the National Center for Education Statistics, the literacy rate for adults (age 16 and older) in the United…
What is the Science of Reading?
The science of reading is an interdisciplinary field that studies how people read and understand written language. It includes research…
What is Tiered Vocabulary
Homeschooling offers a unique and flexible educational environment, allowing parents to tailor their teaching methods to their child’s individual needs….
Understanding Reciprocal Teaching: A Guide for Parents
As homeschoolers, we know we can support our children’s education and foster a love for learning. One effective instructional strategy that has proven…
Mastering Reciprocal Teaching Strategies for Effective Reading Comprehension
Welcome to our channel! In this video, we dive deep into Reciprocal Teaching Strategies, a powerful instructional approach designed to…
Scarborough’s Reading Rope
You’ll see the influence of Scarborough’s Reading Rope throughout our website. Scarborough’s Reading Rope is a valuable framework for understanding…