What is reading fluency?
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What is reading fluency?
Introduction Reading fluency is the ability to read text accurately, quickly, and with expression. When we read fluently, we are able to understand what we are reading and can focus on the meaning of the text, rather than on decoding the words. Fluent readers use a variety of strategies to help them read smoothly, such…
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5 Phonological Awareness Activities to Help Your Kindergartener Read
Introduction Phonological awareness is the ability to hear, identify, and play with individual sounds—or phonemes—in spoken words. It’s a critical skill for beginning readers, as it lays the foundation for being able to sound out words. And while some kids seem to naturally develop phonological awareness, others need a little extra help. If your kindergartener…
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10 Tools For Reading Teachers
We all know teaching reading is no easy task. Especially after COVID, many of us started providing reading lessons online to accommodate our students. From planning lessons to assessment and reporting – we have combined ten tools for reading teachers to help you make the most of your time with your students. PS: Here is…
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What are sight words? (+ 200 flashcards free download)
Whether you are a teacher or a parent, you’ll have heard of ‘sight words’. Across Australia, teachers send sight words home with primary students to be memorised with the help of Mum or Dad. The hope is that the extra practice will increase the students’ ability to remember and recall them and therefore improve their…
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6 Accessibility Features for Dyslexics on Android Devices
Dyslexia is a learning disorder that causes severe difficulty in reading, writing and spelling. There are different degrees of dyslexia, some of which can have more or less severe symptoms. Android has plenty of accessibility features (and support for developers to create their own) to help dyslexic users. Here is a list of 6 accessibility…
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10 Accessibility Features for Dyslexics on Apple Devices
Dyslexia is a learning difference that causes difficulties with reading. Many dyslexic people are gifted in other ways. Technology like Apple can help people with dyslexia overcome some of their challenges. This article gives you 10 unique accessibility features for dyslexics on Apple devices. Spoken Content Listen along as you read or write and enhance…
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List of Over 100 Free Audiobooks For Kids (with Download Links!)
Is there a better way to expose your children to magical creatures, unbelievable stories, and whimsical universes that also teach them core life values than books? It might seem too good to be true, but there is something even better. A free audiobook for kids is a beautiful way to keep them reading when they’re…
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6 Google Chrome Extensions for Students with Special Needs
Because of modern developments, gone are the days when a disability hinders a person’s right to learn in proper settings like schools and universities. Today’s digital technology has paved the way to help struggling students — especially those suffering from Dyslexia — easily access educational materials and help them learn effectively. What does “special needs” mean? Special needs pertain…
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