Helping Your Child Overcome Reading Challenges

When your child struggles with learning to read, it can feel overwhelming. What causes reading difficulties? How can you support your child on the road to a rich and rewarding literacy life? Drawing on her dual expertise as a literacy specialist and a psychotherapist, Diane Tracey takes a unique and holistic approach to supporting children's health and emotional well-being along with their reading skills. In this straightforward, knowledgeable guide, she explains exactly how the reading process works and what you can do to foster literacy development every step of the way. Filled with checklists, fun activities to do with kids, and insightful stories, this compassionate resource gives you tools to help a struggling reader of any age become an avid book lover.

When your child struggles with learning to read, it can feel overwhelming. What causes reading difficulties? How can you support your child on the road to a rich and rewarding literacy life? Drawing on her dual expertise as a literacy specialist and a psychotherapist, Diane Tracey takes a unique and holistic approach to supporting children's health and emotional well-being along with their reading skills. In this straightforward, knowledgeable guide, she explains exactly how the reading process works and what you can do to foster literacy development every step of the way. Filled with checklists, fun activities to do with kids, and insightful stories, this compassionate resource gives you tools to help a struggling reader of any age become an avid book lover.

What if there was a tool that could guide you in helping your child become a better reader? This is a 31 day challenge to help guide you and your struggling reader in reading a book together while encouraging her to develop strategies to become a strategic reader. You will learn tips that were once only known to the reading experts. Along with these tips you will learn journaling techniques that will help you focus on the specific needs of your child. Joanne Kaminski, the author, and Renee Love, the cover artist, both struggled with reading while growing up. You will find out how Joanne struggled and how her mom helped her by simply reading with her. This book is intended to be a guide to reading success, even if you don't know anything about teaching reading. You will learn strategies to help your child figure out words for herself and be given questions to ask for different errors your child makes. You will literally unlock the key to the code for your child. Vocabulary has been one of those areas in reading that drastically can increase a child's reading level. You will learn what words to focus on with your child and how to get your child to magically remember each of the meanings. Fluency can get in the way of your child's overall understanding of what she is reading. Reading too fast or reading too slow may cause areas of the brain to not process the information correctly. Also, reading in a monotone manner may get in the way of your child's enjoyment of what she is reading, as well as her understanding. You will learn how to get your child to figure out when her voice should go up and down and how to stop appropriately at punctuation. The overall purpose of reading is to understand what you are reading. During this 31 day challenge you will learn how to help your child become metacognitive. That means to have her think about her own thinking. She will learn how to ask effective questions to aid in overall comprehension and specifically how to connect with the text. At the end of the book you will get the chance to review how this process went for you and your child. You will be able to check the areas that are still a concern for her and come up with a plan for the next book that you read together. Don't rely on just the schools when it comes to helping your child with reading. Class sizes are getting bigger and less attention is being given to kids who struggle. By utilizing the techniques that you will learn in this book you can be proactive about your child's education and get her onto the path of educational success. No longer do parents have to rely solely on experts to make sure their child is reading on grade level or above. You can have access to all of the tools that you need. With the hardcopy book you will be able to take notes about the process. With the e-book version you will need a notebook to track the progress that is being made. It is pivotal to take these notes so that you can properly assess if the process is working. There will be days where this is not easy. There will be days where it is not convenient to read with your child, but if you stick with the process you will be pleased the results. You have more power than you think available at your fingertips. Whether your child is struggling just a little bit or your child has been diagnosed with dyslexia, your child will benefit from this process. Reading with your child has been the number one factor in determining test scores. The more a child reads, the more she can decode. The more she can decode, the more she can comprehend. When the process is this simple why wouldn't you give it a try?

Innovative and progressive steps to help a student reach academic success from primary grades and beyond.Real case studies and practical step by step advice on overcoming reading challenges and building grit and persistence to overcome challenges in school and throughout life.1 in 5 people have dyslexia and this book will give you the tools to see the warning signs as early as 5 years old. You will learn what to look out for and will learn how to get the right help to re mediate a reading challenge. Waiting until the child is in first grade or beyond delays the intervention. By third grade the reading gap is hard to correct. This book will guide you on how to help a student overcome dyslexia. It is written in a very clear step by step way. Reading can be enjoyable and fun. This book will help parents, teachers and students. This will lead to many students feeling calmer and happier inside and out of the classroom. Building character , self esteem and core values of a true hero is included throughout the book.

Ways to Encourage a Love for Reading in Your Child: A Comprehensive Guide Are you looking for effective ways to instill a love for reading in your child? Look no further! "Ways to Encourage a Love for Reading in Your Child" is a must-have book for parents who want to cultivate a lifelong passion for books in their little ones. Packed with practical tips and strategies, this short read will equip you with the tools you need to create a reading-friendly environment and foster a love for literature in your child. Table of Contents: 1. Create a Reading Routine 2. Read Together 3. Visit the Library 4. Provide a Variety of Books 5. Be a Reading Role Model 6. Make Reading Fun 7. Encourage Book Discussions 8. Allow Freedom of Choice 9. Create a Reading Nook 10. Introduce Digital Reading 11. Celebrate Reading Achievements 12. Join a Book Club 13. Read Books that Reflect Diversity 14. Encourage Writing and Creativity 15. Make Reading a Family Activity 16. Visit Bookstores 17. Support Reading at School 18. Use Reading as a Reward 19. Explore Different Formats 20. Attend Author Events 21. Make Books Accessible 22. Encourage Peer Recommendations 23. Support Reading Challenges 24. Embrace Series and Sequels 25. Read Books Before Watching Adaptations 26. Discuss Real-World Applications 27. Support Reading Initiatives 28. Encourage Reading Aloud 29. Frequently Asked Questions 30. Have Questions / Comments? 31. In "Ways to Encourage a Love for Reading in Your Child," you will discover the importance of establishing a reading routine and how it can positively impact your child's reading habits. By setting aside dedicated reading time each day, you will create a sense of structure and consistency that will make reading a natural part of your child's daily life. Reading together is another powerful way to foster a love for books in your child. This book will guide you on how to make reading sessions interactive and engaging, allowing you to bond with your child while exploring the magical world of literature. Visiting the library is an adventure in itself! Learn how to make the most out of library visits and help your child discover new books and authors. By exposing your child to a wide variety of books, you will This title is a short read. A Short Read is a type of book that is designed to be read in one quick sitting. These no fluff books are perfect for people who want an overview about a subject in a short period of time. Table of Contents Ways to Encourage a Love for Reading in Your Child Create a Reading Routine Read Together Visit the Library Provide a Variety of Books Be a Reading Role Model Make Reading Fun Encourage Book Discussions Allow Freedom of Choice Create a Reading Nook Introduce Digital Reading Celebrate Reading Achievements Join a Book Club Read Books that Reflect Diversity Encourage Writing and Creativity Make Reading a Family Activity Visit Bookstores Support Reading at School Use Reading as a Reward Explore Different Formats Attend Author Events Make Books Accessible Encourage Peer Recommendations Support Reading Challenges Embrace Series and Sequels Read Books Before Watching Adaptations Discuss Real-World Applications Support Reading Initiatives Encourage Reading Aloud Frequently Asked Questions Have Questions / Comments?

Generation Alpha is the swiper, pincher, tapper cohort, the first to grow up with devices in their hands. They are breaking new ground as a result of technological advances, while you, their parents, are having to navigate these uncharted waters. Literacy is the single most important thing we can teach kids. If they can read, all other learning will follow. Learn how to futureproof your child's literacy in a rapidly changing world, and give them the best chance of success. Louise Park has spent decades watching children working away at this reading thing. As a teacher, children's author and leading educational consultant, she knows better than anyone how the goalposts have shifted over time. The road to literacy has never been smooth, but now there is the added challenge of digital distractions. Louise will show you how to make the most of both digital and traditional forms of reading, as well as setting out commonsense plans for making a reader of your child. Based on scientific research and presented in a friendly, accessible style for time-poor parents, the seven simple steps will lead your Generation Alpha child to an irreplaceable love of reading. 'Simple, practical and inspiring - what a treasure! This book contains all you need to know in order to help children to become enthusiastic, proficient and joyful readers.' - Andy Griffiths 'This awesome book should be in every community, library, school and home. A triumph.' - Gabbie Stroud 'An essential book for every parent - the pages are filled with all the tools and understanding you need to get your child reading.' - Matt Stanton 'Bold, assured and waffle free ... warm and non-judgemental. This book inspired me to make some simple, positive changes to our home routines.' - Lucinda Gifford