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Today we’re diving into an interesting device I discovered a few months ago—Forbrain.This brain-training device claims to boost speech, attention, and memory for both kids and adults. When it comes to kids specifically, it’s designed to help with clearer speech, stronger attention, and better reading. But is this too good to be […]
*Affiliate Disclosure: Some of the links included in the article might be affiliate links, meaning that I could get a small commission, at no additional cost to you, if you buy from them. Teaching your child to read feels like a daunting task, right? Stakes are high – Learning to read is one those key […]
In today’s article, we are going to learn all about homophones. What are homophones? Why are they important? But, not only that… We’ll also take a look at examples of common homophones and share effective tips and ideas to learn the spelling of these extrmely tricky words in English. What Are Homophones? The term itself […]
Intro: Children Learning Reading Can Children Learning Reading help your child become a fluent reader following a 12 weeks program? Is it really possible to teach very small children to read? And… Can struggling older readers really catch up with the Children Learning Reading program? If you having been looking into the Children Learning Reading […]
Have you ever wondered how our eyes move when we read? Are there any differences in the way fluent readers and poor readers move their eyes? Can these movements reveal clues about the cognitive process of reading? Researchers at Macquarie University in Sydney, Australia, are exploring this question using eye-tracking technology. By studying how our […]
In this insightful interview with Professor Jan-Louis Kruger, a leading researcher at Macquarie University (Sydney, Australia) in the field of subtitling and eye tracking, we explore the fascinating topic of subtitles (captions) and their potential benefits for children and individuals learning to read. Professor Kruger shares valuable insights from cognitive and linguistic perspectives, shedding light […]
Have you heard of Reading Horizons? This program claims to REALLY work for struggling readers, students with dyslexia, English language learners, etc. Besides, it offers a very interesting approach to reading. So, what’s this approach all about? Does it work? What can you expect? Let’s find out in this Reading Horizons review! *Affiliate disclosure: This […]
Today we will explore the intricate topic of dyslexia. While not all, most of the insights, findings and ideas we’ll look at today come from the book ‘Reading in the Brain,’ by the renowned French researcher Stanislas Dehaene. If you want to learn more about this topic, I suggest you check this book out and […]
If you are in the process of teaching the letter sounds to your child, and you’ve tried all the “typical things” like songs, games, flashcards, but those letters just don’t seem to stick in your child’s memory, then keep reading, because this article is for you! Today, I’ll be sharing with you three “hacks” I […]
Have you heard of the Orton-Gillingham approach to teaching reading, but you’re not sure of what exactly it is, or why it’s become such a popular option in reading instruction? Then, keep reading, because this article is for you! In today’s post, we’ll take a close look into the Orton-Gillingham approach. If you are wondering […]