Reading is an important part of life. Everything we do has some component of reading involved in it, from shopping to driving to following a recipe. Building good reading skills is important to ensure a good quality of life. Anyone who’s ever been engrossed in a good novel, captivated by a comic book, or watched … Read more
Reading speed is measured in words read per minute; it’s also known as reading fluency. Some people are faster readers than others, but those who take longer to decode words might lag in their reading speed. Reading too slow might impact comprehension; if children are having trouble decoding, their mind might not be able to … Read more
The cluster of skills that fall under the category of executive functioning are vital for all students, but not all students have an easy time developing them. These skills help students in school and beyond. Some students who are neurodiverse have more challenges developing executive function skills. This doesn’t mean they can’t develop them, just … Read more
Preschoolers are not too young to start working on reading and math skills. Children who are exposed to letter and number activities might be more prepared for math and reading curriculum when they enter kindergarten. However, when using programs or apps designed to help preschoolers with early math and reading skills, parents will want to … Read more
In the classroom, children could use a variety of programs to enhance their curriculum and help them gain mastery of important concepts. School districts might use computer-based literacy programs to measure reading ability or complement the reading curriculum. Parents might also use reading programs at home to help a child who struggles with reading, encourage … Read more