By Nick Bertani This is a common question of many parents with a simple 3 part answer.  Start by understanding your child’s reading level.  This is important as it will keep your child from getting too frustrated with books that…

As a reading teacher, I’ve heard this question numerous times. I can tell if a child is exhibiting dyslexia-like characteristics, but a definitive answer wouldn’t (and frankly shouldn’t) come from an educator. That’s because dyslexia is a neurological disorder that…

By Katey Groya Data has become quite a controversial word in the field of education.  You likely have noticed schools have increased the number of assessments, or tests, that are given to students.  So what do schools do with all…

  Of course, with the New Year come new resolutions.  Like all of us, I have faithfully, with good intentions, made resolutions that have fizzled out over time.  Some years I’ve attempted to give up things such as, diet soft…

So, how can you help your child find that “good fit” book?  One easy way is by using the 5-finger rule.  Have your child open the book somewhere near the center and begin reading the page.  Each time they come…