by Karina Richland | Dec 18, 2025 | Language & Reading
The world of reading assessments can feel overwhelming, with a confusing alphabet soup of acronyms like DRA, GRL, and Lexile. It’s easy for parents and even some educators to feel lost. What do these scores actually mean for your child? This guide is here to demystify...
by Karina Richland | Dec 17, 2025 | Language & Reading
The word “test” can make any parent or child feel a little anxious. We often associate it with pressure, performance, and a single score that defines ability. But when it comes to literacy, it’s time to reframe that thinking. A quality reading level assessment test...
by Karina Richland | Dec 9, 2025 | Language & Reading
If you’re searching for ways to support a young reader, you’ve likely come across a lot of conflicting advice. The key is to find an approach grounded in proven research. The most effective early literacy programs are not about drilling flashcards but about...
by Karina Richland | Nov 25, 2025 | Language & Reading
Every child learns to read on their own timeline and in their own way. A program that works wonders for one student might leave another feeling frustrated and confused. This is especially true for children with different learning styles or those who show early signs...
by Karina Richland | Sep 13, 2025 | Language & Reading
Most of us were taught that the silent e has one job: to make a vowel say its name. While that’s its most famous role, this hardworking letter actually has several other important responsibilities in English spelling. It keeps words from ending in certain letters,...
by Karina Richland | Sep 12, 2025 | Language & Reading
Think of learning to read as putting together a complex puzzle. If a piece is missing, the final picture—true comprehension—will always feel incomplete. A child might be able to name letters but not hear their sounds, or they might read words accurately but so slowly...
