Is Your Kindergartener on Track? Early Reading Signs Every Parent Should Watch
The years from kindergarten through third grade are when reading foundations are built. Children who get a strong start tend […]
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Articles and resources on structured literacy and the science of reading from Debbie Sexton, M.Ed.
Structured Literacy vs. Balanced Literacy: What Gresham Parents Should Know
If you have heard teachers or specialists use terms like “structured literacy,” “balanced literacy,” or “the science of reading,” you
What Is the Science of Reading? A Plain-English Guide for Parents
If you've spent any time in school parent groups or education news lately, you've probably heard the phrase "the science
10 Early Signs of Dyslexia Every Parent Should Know
If reading is a daily struggle in your house, you are not imagining it, and you are not alone. As
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How to Find a Dyslexia Tutor in Gresham, OR: What Parents Should Look For
If your child is bright but struggles to read, you are not imagining it — and you are not alone.
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The Summer Sprint: Why Intensive Orton-Gillingham Sessions are a Game-Changer for Struggling Readers
For many families in Gresham, the arrival of summer brings a sigh of relief. The backpacks are tucked away, the
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Beyond the Library Prize: How to Actually Prevent the Summer Slide for Struggling Readers in East Portland
Summer in East Portland and Gresham is a magical time. Between the splash pads at Blue Lake Park and the
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The 2nd Grade Bridge: Why Summer Reading Intervention in Gresham is the Secret to a Stress-Free Fall
If you’ve ever watched a seven-year-old try to cross a literal bridge, maybe one of those wobbly ones at the
Signs of Dyslexia in Children: A Gresham Parent’s Guide to Getting Help
If your child is bright and curious but reading just is not clicking, you may have wondered whether dyslexia is
Structured Literacy and the Science of Reading: A Gresham Parent’s Guide
If your child dreads reading time, guesses at words instead of sounding them out, or seems to be falling behind