Using Schema to Boost Reading Comprehension Helping Children Connect What They Know to What They Read One of the most powerful tools we can give young readers—especially those with dyslexia or other learning challenges—is a strategy for understanding what they …
Fluency is a foundational skill in reading, yet it’s often misunderstood or overlooked. While decoding, vocabulary, and comprehension typically receive a lot of attention, reading fluency acts as the bridge. Fluency creates the connection between sounding out words and truly …
The Reading Wars: A History of How We Teach Kids to Read The “Reading Wars” refer to a long-standing and often heated debate in education over the best way to teach children to read. Spanning decades, this conflict has centered …
The 5 Essential Components of Literacy: Building Strong Readers Step by Step Literacy is more than just reading words on a page—it’s the foundation for all learning. When children master literacy skills, they open the door to academic success and …
Book Review: Language at the Speed of Sight by Mark Seidenberg A Must-Read for Parents, Educators, and Advocates of Effective Reading Instruction If you’re searching for a clear, research-based explanation of how children learn to read—and why so many continue …
Understanding Dyslexia Firstly, parents need to understand that dyslexia is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects reading and writing skills. Building new neural pathways to compensate for these challenges requires time and consistent effort. Therefore, it is crucial to set realistic …
Handwriting instruction plays a crucial role in building neural pathways in the brain, particularly during childhood development. However, many schools have shifted their focus away from teaching handwriting, often prioritizing digital literacy over traditional writing skills. This shift has led …
The Power of Multisensory Activities for Enhanced Learning Introduction: In today’s educational landscape, engaging students effectively is more important than ever. Multisensory activities have emerged as a powerful tool to enhance learning and memory retention by engaging multiple senses simultaneously. …
Introduction: The Science of Reading has been making headlines, influencing how educators approach literacy instruction. This evidence-based framework emphasizes explicit, systematic teaching methods that address the foundational skills necessary for reading success. Its growing prominence in educational discussions stems from …
The Orton-Gillingham (OG) method is a highly structured, multisensory approach designed to teach reading, spelling, and writing skills, especially to individuals with dyslexia and other learning difficulties. Here are 10 key facts about this influential educational method:
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