“The great aim of education is not knowledge but action.” -Herbert Spencer
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SCience of REading Simplified
Unlock Your Child's Potential
Did you know that over 60% of US students fall below grade level in reading, with the steepest decline occurring in grades K-2? Literacy is not just about reading; it's the key to unlocking a world of opportunities for your child. Literacy impacts every aspect of life—career, financial independence, healthcare, and beyond. As Frederick Douglass wisely said, "Once you learn to read, you will be forever free."
Oral Language
If we do not have a broad vocabulary we will have a hard time reading and writing words. I provide an extensive look at how you can ensure your child has a broadened vocabulary.
Phonological Awareness
This is the ability to manipulate sounds in words. It is one of the first and most important skills that makes a great reader and writer.
Letters
Letters are the first sound spellings that children are exposed to. Your child must master their letter sounds.
Phonics
This is the ability to connect sounds to spelling patterns to read and write words. You will learn about spelling patterns a child needs to know from K-3rd grade.
High-Frequency Words
The list I use comprises 50% of all text. If we can turn these words into 'sight' words your child will have better success in becoming a fluent reader and writer.
Vocabulary
Understanding our language is vital to understanding text that is read or in the ability to be a competent writer. We discuss word studies to identify prefixes, suffixes, and root/base words.
Writing
We discuss writing milestones and how to get your child to write not only sentences but also stories and informative pieces.
Reading Comprehension
This is the ability to understand what we have read. You do not need to be a fluent reader to participate in reading comprehension. Although the goal should be that we go from learning to read to reading to learn.
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✅ Full PDF from course
✅ Phonological Awareness Mat
✅ Letter Sort
✅ Sound Mat
✅ Spelling Mat
✅ Word Study Graphic Organizers
✅ Writing Graphic Organizers
✅ Lesson Examples and Outlines
The time to start is NOW!
PRICE: $70.00
*Within the PDF there will be a link to a series of videos where I discuss each pillar so that you gain a comprehensive understanding of each pillar.
Science of rEading simplified; A practical Guide for PArents
the 5 foundations of reading
Set the Foundations
Your child deserves the very best. In this course, you will gain insight into the foundations your child needs to be successful in reading and writing. After the course, you will feel confident to put it into action!
Phonological Awareness
This is the ability to manipulate sounds in words. It is one of the first and most important skills that makes a great reader and writer.
Phonics
This is the ability to connect sounds to spelling patterns to read and write words.
Segmenting and Blending
This is a skill I teach to beginning readers and writers. This is a strategy that will help them become fluent readers and writers.
Orthographic Mapping (Spelling)
Reading and writing go hand in hand. If we want fluent readers and writers we need to be able to not only read spelling patterns but write with them too!
High-Frequency Words
The list I use comprises 50% of all text. If we can turn these words into 'sight' words your child will have better success in becoming a fluent reader and writer.
The Most Important Pieces When Teaching and Practicing a Skill
Not only do you need to know what skills to teach your child but you also need to know HOW to be successful during learning time!
The time to get started is NOW!
You can help your child get ahead or if they are struggling you can find what skill they are struggling with and help them catch up!
Price: $15.00
*Within the PDF there will be a link to a series of videos where I discuss each pillar so that you gain a comprehensive understanding of each pillar.
What early literacy skills does my child NEED?
Early literacy skills lay the foundation for future success in reading and writing. This FREE Ebook provides you with practical tips to use play to engage your child in early literacy skills.