One of my clients recently shared some of their school’s reading strategies for Grade One students.  I had a meaningful conversation with this parent that I would like to share with you around the value—and dangers—of some of these strategies!  This post will kick off...

Many kids end up getting labelled as dyslexia.  This is going out of fashion - it is more common to see a student diagnosed with a learning disability or a reading disability, or a specific learning impairment. The reason it's termed a “learning disability” is that...

Comprehension is the whole purpose for reason. It is the final outcome – we want our students to look at words on a page and understand the message we are trying to convey. So, it makes sense that many …

Making the jump to school is an exciting time. Kids will be gaining a lot of ground in their reading development as they work their way through Kindergarten. Most kids are going to get what they need in Kindergarten, so there's little need for concern about your...

Learning to read is an important life skill that children will use throughout their lives. Studies show that children who learn to read at a young age demonstrate advanced literacy skills. They have a more comprehensive vocabulary, better writing skills, and advanced...

Reading is an essential skill that plays a significant role in learning, communication, and comprehension. As a parent, you can support your child’s early literacy right from birth and ensure that they can read without any issues.  If they are having trouble reading,...

Reading is an essential skill vital for thinking, learning, and comprehension. If your child is having trouble reading, they may have a hard time catching up with other kids, socializing, communicating, and more. Learning and thinking differences in brain...

Parents of young children are encouraged to read books and teach them how to read independently from an early age. Reading books sets the foundation for many literacy skills like comprehension, spelling, writing, and creative thinking. Teaching your child to read can...

Parents who introduce reading to their children at an early age open the door for learning and growth. While you shouldn’t force reading on your three-year-old when they want to run around, showing your little one picture books and reading them bedtime stories are...