Early literacy skills correlate with future success in school. A child who struggles to read in first grade has a 90 percent likelihood of struggling to read in fourth grade. In addition, reading proficiency in third grade is a strong indicator of the successful completion of high school; children who do not meet benchmark reading … Read more
People of all ages manage their emotions in different ways, and sometimes their mechanisms may not be constructive. Often, the skills to manage emotions are learned in childhood, but as with any subject, some kids have an easier time with it than others. There are various reasons for this, but there is also hope for … Read more
Emotions are important tools in the human experience that are often overlooked. They are the fuel that motivates us, and connects our thoughts to our actions. Without emotion, we would never set out to achieve, attempt to protect ourselves from disaster, or form bonds with loved ones and friends. Yet we know very little about … Read more
Reading struggles are not uncommon. However, the longer a child struggles with reading, the harder it might be for them to catch up to grade-level benchmarks. Unfortunately, some children never reach grade-level expectations. No child is a statistic, yet these five literacy statistics highlight the importance of early intervention for those with reading struggles: More … Read more
Children in elementary school could struggle with reading for a number of reasons. Phonics/phonetics might impede a child’s ability to decode words and read fluently. Other children can struggle with understanding the story; they may have trouble retelling or identifying the answers to basic comprehension questions. Children who struggle to read could avoid reading. However, … Read more
Parents of children who struggle to read should understand that their child isn’t alone; it’s estimated that millions of children have reading difficulties. When reading struggles are identified, though, parents can take steps to help their child. Unfortunately, some children fall through the cracks because their struggles may never be identified. As reading becomes more … Read more
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