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Should We Practice Sight Words With Preschoolers?
Should We Practice Sight Words With Preschoolers? Preschool: a place for show & tell, songs, coloring books, and learning how to read. If you’re the parent or educator of beginning readers, you might be wondering: should we teach reading, and more specifically, “sight words” in preschool? And if you’re entirely new to preschool education, it’s… Continue reading Should We Practice Sight Words With Preschoolers?
How To Choose Decodable Readers for First Grade
How To Choose Decodable Readers for First Grade To decode or not to decode: really, there is no question. To help rising first graders become successful and enthusiastic readers this summer, decodable readers are essential reading resources. Although “decodable text” might sound like yet another form of educational lingo, parents and educators can rest assured:… Continue reading How To Choose Decodable Readers for First Grade
Summertime = Reading Time: 4 Summer Reading Ideas for Families
Summertime = Reading Time: 4 Summer Reading Ideas for Families At Reading Teacher, summertime is reading time. In any family with young readers, parents often wonder how they can reframe summer as an opportunity for young readers to read more – and with more confidence, skill, and enthusiasm! Of course, this is no small challenge… Continue reading Summertime = Reading Time: 4 Summer Reading Ideas for Families
Training Teachers On the Science of Reading: How Do Teachers Really Feel?
Training Teachers On the Science of Reading: How Do Teachers Really Feel? It takes a lot to teach a child how to read. Pile on mandatory training requirements to any teacher’s workload, and educators are bound to feel overwhelmed – particularly in the aftermath of virtual learning loss. On-the-ground reflections from Utah educators give U.S.… Continue reading Training Teachers On the Science of Reading: How Do Teachers Really Feel?
The Science of Spelling
The Science of Spelling These days, we talk a lot about phonics – but what about spelling? In many elementary schools and school districts, the old fashioned spelling bee has returned as a means of fostering both spelling skills and healthy competition among aspiring readers and writers. Inspired by the resurgence of the spelling bee… Continue reading The Science of Spelling
How to Teach Phonics to Your First Grader
How to Teach Phonics to Your First Grader Phonics is an essential building block of reading skills. It’s also one of the most challenging parts of teaching a first grade. That’s because reading and writing skills develop at different rates in each child. For example, some children learn letter sounds earlier than others. Some take… Continue reading How to Teach Phonics to Your First Grader
Why Reading Programs Are Necessary In Elementary Schools
Why Reading Programs Are Necessary In Elementary Schools Image Source: Flickr Reading difficulties are common among elementary school students. Research shows that students are introduced to literacy at a very young age and are reading by the end of the first grade. Reading is a fundamental skill that is necessary to succeed in school. It… Continue reading Why Reading Programs Are Necessary In Elementary Schools
The Best Methods for Teaching Reading in Kindergarten
The Best Methods for Teaching Reading in Kindergarten Image Source: Unsplash Reading is one of the most important skills children need to learn in school. Reading gives them knowledge about the world and helps them learn about subjects such as science and history. It also helps them with their future studies and career options. As… Continue reading The Best Methods for Teaching Reading in Kindergarten
Fast Phonics Games for Kids to Boost Their Reading Skills
Fast Phonics Games for Kids to Boost Their Reading Skills Reading can be a difficult skill to master. From decoding new words to decoding passages, reading requires a lot of practice. Fortunately, there are games that can help kids practice their reading skills and build their confidence. These games range from reading comprehension games to… Continue reading Fast Phonics Games for Kids to Boost Their Reading Skills
Science of Reading for English-Language Learners: Where Are We Today?
Science of Reading for English-Language Learners: Where Are We Today? Time to pick some apples: this week, we celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week 2022. In honor of their efforts, we’re highlighting the commitment of teachers to a specific group of young readers: students who are learning English as a second language. Teachers face the dual challenge… Continue reading Science of Reading for English-Language Learners: Where Are We Today?
From Reading to Writing: 2 Ways to Support Young Writers At-Home
From Reading to Writing: 2 Ways to Support Young Writers At-Home At Reading Teacher, we emphasize the foundational literacy skills that will help students become lifelong readers. Although we might not think about our students becoming lifelong writers, the ability to write is an equally important and challenging skill to develop. From the first moment… Continue reading From Reading to Writing: 2 Ways to Support Young Writers At-Home