The typical six-year-old is usually either in kindergarten or first grade (depending on their birthday and district mandates). Reading skills at age six can vary wildly—some children are proficient readers, others are working on sight words and early literacy skills. For this reason, some parents wonder if their 6 year old is struggling with reading. … Read more
How your child performs in 1st grade could affect the rest of their academic career. In fact, some experts believe that at this age, kids will start to not like school if they feel they aren’t as smart as their classmates. That’s why it’s so important for parents to ensure their kids stay on track—especially … Read more
As one of the last years of elementary school, 4th grade is when kids start to prepare to transition to middle school. If your child falls behind in 4th grade—especially in reading—it could affect their academic success for years to come. Although most children become fluent and independent readers by age 7, some children will … Read more
The pivot to virtual learning may be a greater struggle for working parents, but even those with flexible schedules or who stay at home full time will face challenges. Children who normally breeze through school might adapt seamlessly to the virtual model, but children with learning struggles or those who have fallen behind may need … Read more
Most children learn to read by the age of 7, which means your child should be reading by the time they enter 2nd grade. But unfortunately, some children are still struggling to develop critical reading skills in 2nd grade. If your child is struggling to read, it’s important to help them overcome these obstacles so … Read more
Most people think that children start to learn to read in school. However, learning to read actually starts at home, long before they enter school! Teaching your child simple reading skills even before they enter school can help them learn quicker and better later on. There are many studies that show that even reading to … Read more
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