by Karina Richland | Jun 5, 2026 | Phonological Awareness
A child who cannot pull apart spoken words needs sound practice before more phonics drills. That starting point matters because missed auditory skills can create lasting gaps in reading progress. Phonological awareness interventions for struggling readers are targeted...
by Karina Richland | May 19, 2026 | Phonological Awareness
Phonological awareness vs phonemic awareness can sound like a technical distinction, but it is one of the most practical differences for helping a child learn to read. Phonological awareness is the broad ability to hear and work with the sound structure of spoken...
by Karina Richland | Apr 1, 2026 | Phonological Awareness
The terms phonological awareness vs phonemic awareness sound similar, and they are closely connected. However, they do not mean exactly the same thing. Phonological awareness is the broad ability to hear and work with the sound structures in spoken language. It...
by Karina Richland | Mar 5, 2024 | Language & Reading, Phonemic Awareness, phonics, Phonological Awareness, Reading Skills
An early reading program can provide essential support for young learners—learn how. Children learn at every stage in their lives, but the early years are some of the most important ones in a child’s life—especially when it comes to language and learning. When...
by Karina Richland | Feb 9, 2024 | Language & Reading, Phonemic Awareness, phonics, Phonological Awareness, Reading Comprehension Archives, Reading Fluency, Reading Skills, Rhyming, Structured Literacy
Exploring the science of reading for new learners one step at a time. Reading is one of the most valuable skills in the world, which is why it is one of the first core skills that we teach children in school. Having the ability to read—and read well—allows children to...
by Karina Richland | Feb 6, 2024 | Orton-Gillingham, Phonemic Awareness, Phonological Awareness, Reading Comprehension Archives, Reading Fluency, Science of Reading, Structured Literacy
Structured literacy is an educational method based on the science of reading. This science deeply examines the reading process. It links reading to other language skills, like speaking, spelling, and writing. It also looks at the brain’s role in reading. Key...
