Author: Reading With Reach
I am a credentialed teacher in both California and Tennessee with 24 years teaching experience. For the past 9 years I have been using the Barton Reading and Spelling System to tutor. I now provide private tutoring using this program.
Reading Fluency
Reading fluency is how a skilled reader reads aloud. A fluent reader reads rapidly, with good pronunciation, and good understanding. At least four correct readings are necessary for automatic recognition of a word. Fluency is crucial for bridging the gap between decoding and good comprehension. The National Assessment of Educational Progress found that 44% of… Continue reading Reading Fluency
What Type of Reading Instruction Works Best for Struggling Readers?
The school year is almost half way over and you are watching your child continue to struggle with reading. Teachers tell you that he/she will catch up eventually. Everyone tells you to read aloud to your child and they will learn to love to read. You are doing everything you are told to do, but you know the struggle is real and you see no improvement. You see the tears, frustration, and damage to self-esteem and realize that you need to take further steps. What type of reading instruction works best for struggling readers and how do you access such instruction?
According to the National Reading Panel there are 5 critical components of evidence-based (has a record of success) instruction for people with dyslexia.
- Phonemic awareness instruction: Phonemic awareness is the ability to recognize that words are made up of individual sounds. This type of instruction teaches students to blend…
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How to Help Children Cope with Anxiety
We are experiencing a lot of chaos right now in our world. Don't think for a minute that your children aren't attuned to everything going on. Two weeks ago in my community, a tornado destroyed homes and schools and left more than 20 people dead. Now we are dealing with a virus that has shut… Continue reading How to Help Children Cope with Anxiety
Nutrition and Learning
We all know that eating healthy is important. Today I want to address how nutrition influences learning. Studies show that eating a nutritious breakfast increases concentration, overall academic performance, and improves classroom behavior. While most children eat breakfast, they may not be eating a nutritious one. Better nutrition has a positive impact on students' academic… Continue reading Nutrition and Learning
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