Reading instruction is especially important for young children. Reading helps children to be able to understand and learn about the world around them. With school closures across the country because of COVID-19, millions of children and parents are left with bringing school to their living rooms. Luckily, technology can help parents who are unsure of … Read more

Over 124,000 public and private schools in the U.S. have temporarily closed due to the coronavirus pandemic. That means millions of children are at home, relying on online instruction from their teachers and help from their parents to make it through the remainder of the school year. Many parents want to use this time to … Read more

If you are searching for information about “how to help my child read faster”, chances are that you are already aware that your child is struggling with reading. Fortunately, as with most skills, reading can be mastered by most children. As their ability increases, so will their reading speed. Have you ever struggled to learn … Read more

Helping a child with reading difficulties isn’t always easy. There is a level of frustration and embarrassment that can make providing support difficult. When children feel it is somehow their fault or that they are not smart enough, it can lead to emotional outbursts, behavioral issues, and reduced confidence. They need support, but also non-judging … Read more

Helping a child with reading comprehension can teach you many lessons. The biggest lesson involved, however, is learning how important it is to ask questions during reading time. The “wh” questions of stories–who, what, when and where—are useful if you want to help a child understand what they are reading. As a parent, sometimes you … Read more