Reading Essentials

Reading Disabilities - Symptoms and Solutions

Reading Disabilities – Symptoms and Solutions

Reading is perhaps the main point of focus of the early elementary classroom. Children at these grade levels are busy learning phonics, sight words, spelling, and reading comprehension. Of course, students learn to master the skill of reading at different rates. Some kids pick up reading quickly while others take longer. But what if your child is falling further and further behind? What should parents do if they suspect their little one may have a reading disability? How do they determine if it is a true reading disability and why is it important? Red Apple Reading has some advice for parents who suspect their child may be struggling with a reading disability.

By Jennifer Campbell, ago
Reading With Your Older Child - RAR

Reading With Your Older Child

When you think of reading with your child, what image does it evoke? Do you picture yourself rocking your toddler or preschooler and reading a book to them while pointing out all of the interesting pictures? Most of us do a pretty good job of reading to our very young children. After all, they cannot read for themselves yet. But why would you read to or with your older child? You may be surprised at the many benefits that come with sharing a book with your independent reader.

By Jennifer Campbell, ago

3 Effective Vocabulary Builders

It is interesting to watch our little one’s vocabulary change and evolve as they grow up. Their one word interactions gradually become simple sentences, and the next thing we know we are having conversations with them. In her article For the Love of Words, Susan Canizares writes, “Children who acquire a substantial vocabulary are often able to think more deeply, express themselves better, and learn new things more quickly. They are also very likely to be successful not only learning to read, but also in reading at or above grade level throughout their school years.” Since a good vocabulary is so critical, Red Apple Reading would like to offer some ways you can help build your child’s vocabulary.

By Jennifer Campbell, ago

Fun With Books!

Every now and then, it‘s a good idea to do a little thinking “outside of the box“. Maybe your little one has lost interest in reading or just refuses to try a different genre of book. Book swaps and book clubs are a perfect way to do something a bit unique in order to encourage your child to read and/or expand her interests. So let’s explore a couple of ways you and your kiddo can have some fun with books!

By Jennifer Campbell, ago

How to Keep Your Child Reading

Remember how exciting it was when reading finally “clicked” with your little one? After long hours practicing sight words, letter sounds, and blends, eventually it all just came together. Perhaps the enthusiasm that accompanied the novelty of reading has slowly disappeared for your child. If this is true for your kiddo, don’t fret! Red Apple Reading has some suggestions that will rekindle your child’s love of reading and keep it going!

By Jennifer Campbell, ago
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Raising a Young Reader

Raising-a-Reader-RARReading is one of the most important skills we can foster in our little ones. For some children, reading is a challenging and sometimes discouraging venture. Fortunately, there are several ways parents can encourage and aid their children in becoming independent readers. Red Apple Reading would like to offer a few strategies you can employ to help your young child become a flourishing reader.

By Jennifer Campbell, ago