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Read aloud apps for kids: 5 killer apps and websites that read to your child

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reading instruction methodologies

What is Orthographic Mapping? Why is it SO Important? + Orthographic Mapping Examples!

TABLE OF CONTENTS: What is Orthographic Mapping? How Can We Do This Orthographic Mapping Process Successfully? Examples of Orthographic Mapping Activities Activity #1: The High-Frequency Words Game Activity #2: Using Orthographic Mapping  Principles to Practice Any Word Final Thoughts Orthographic Mapping Resources   Affiliate Disclosure: Some links lead to Amazon marketplace. As an Amazon associate, […]

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early reading

Decodable VS levelled books – The 5 KEY Differences You Need to Understand

Both decodable and levelled books have been  created for beginner readers. They are, in fact, the 2 main categories of books used with children that are on the first stages of learning to read. Noticing the differences between the 2 can be tricky for an untrained eye. On the surface, they certainly look quite similar: […]

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reading instruction methodologies

What To Look for in a Reading Curriculum? 5 Factors To Consider When Picking a Reading Program

How To Choose the Right Learn to Read Program for your Child… If you are looking for a reading program for your child and do not even know where to start, this article is for you! Today I am going to be discussing the factors that you should take into account when selecting a reading […]

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What is the best phonics curriculum? – Discover the TOP 7 Synthetic Phonics Programs to Teach Your Child to Read in 2023!

Feel overwhelmed trying to find the right learn-to-read program for your child or student? Look no further because you are on the right place! Our newest ranking of the best learn-to-read programs in 2023 uncovers 7 fantastic literacy curriculums. Separate the cream from the chaff and read on to discover which one will suit your […]

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phonics reviews

The Best Decodable Books – Your Go-To List of Decodable Readers!

On the surface, decodable books look very much like those levelled readers typically used in the classroom: Simple stories, short sentences and pictures… Except for a BIG difference… While levelled readers are all about predictable text, decodable books contain highly phonetically-decodable text! *Affiliate Disclosure: Some links lead to Amazon marketplace. As an Amazon associate, I […]

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Teach Your Child To Read in 100 Easy Lessons vs Alpha Phonics Review – The GREAT Debate!

TABLE OF CONTENTS: Intro: The Great Debate Teach your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons: In a nutshell What exactly is Teach your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons? Why would you want to use Teach Your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lesson? What system does Teach Your Child to Read in […]

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Black Friday Deals – Reading Programs, Apps and Literacy Materials!

Table of contents: DEAL #1 (SAVE 40%) DEAL #2 (SPECIAL BUNDLE) DEAL #3 (ONE-MONTH FREE) *Affiliate disclosure: This post includes affiliate links, meaning that I could get a small commission (at no additional cost to you) should you decide to buy from them. This helps keep the information on the blog free and available to […]

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struggling readers

Reading Apps for Struggling Readers – Readability Tutor vs Reading Buddy Software – Help struggling Readers with Artificial Intelligence!

CONTENTS 1: The Importance of Practice (and Strategic Practice) for struggling readers. 2: IN A HURRY?  Struggling Readers Apps side by side. 3. Struggling Readers App #1 Overview (Readability Tutor) 4. Struggling Readers App #2 Overview (Reading Buddy Software) *Affiliate Disclosure: Some of the links may direct you to Amazon. As an Amazon Associate, I […]

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sight words

How to Teach High Frequency Words Using Phonics? A New Approach to Teaching Sight Words!

What Will You Learn on this Article? What is the Difference Between High-Frequency Words and Sight Words? How to Teach High-Frequency Words Using Phonics Principles? 3 Bonuses for Extra Effectiveness!   Video Transcription… Today we are going to be talking about sight words and high frequency words and I am going to explain to you […]

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