Boosting Reading Comprehension Skills

At Read Learning Center, we specialize in empowering students with dyslexia through our unique 1:1 tutoring approach. Our evidence-based curriculum is designed to boost reading comprehension and build confidence in learners from kindergarten through adulthood. Let’s explore some of our proven methods and how they make a difference.

The Power of Personalized 1:1 Tutoring

Our cornerstone strategy is providing individualized attention through 1:1 tutoring sessions. This approach allows us to:

1. Tailor lessons to each student’s specific needs and learning style
2. Adjust the pace of instruction in real-time
3. Provide immediate feedback and encouragement
4. Build a strong, supportive relationship between tutor and student

Evidence-Based Curriculum for Reading Comprehension

At Read Learning Center, we utilize several evidence-based curricula specifically designed to support students with dyslexia and boost their reading comprehension:

1. Wilson Reading System (WRS): This comprehensive program is designed for students from 2nd grade through adulthood who struggle with reading due to language-based learning disabilities. WRS systematically teaches the structure of the English language, focusing on word structure, word recognition, vocabulary, fluency, and reading comprehension.
2. Barton Reading and Spelling System: This Orton-Gillingham-influenced program is multisensory, explicit, and sequential. It’s designed to improve students’ reading, spelling, vocabulary, and fluency skills.
3. Foundations in Sound: Before diving into more advanced reading strategies, some students benefit from improving their auditory skills. This program enhances auditory discrimination, memory, and sequencing skills crucial for efficient reading.
4. Just Words: For students in grades 4-12 and adults with mild to moderate gaps in decoding and spelling, this program offers a highly explicit, multisensory approach to improve these crucial skills.

Multisensory Techniques in Practice

Our tutors employ multisensory techniques to engage multiple learning pathways:

• Using sand trays for letter formation practice
• Incorporating movement and gestures to reinforce phonics rules
• Utilizing color-coding for different parts of speech or syllable types

Beyond Reading: Comprehensive Support

We understand that dyslexia affects more than just reading. Our strategies extend to:

• Writing: Using the Institute for Excellence in Writing program to build strong writing skills.
• Math: Implementing Making Math Real and Math-U-See programs to support mathematical understanding.

Summer Camp: Bridging the Gap

Our 4-week summer program offers an intensive boost in reading, writing, and math skills. This helps prevent the “summer slide” and prepares students for the upcoming school year.

The Importance of Accurate Assessment

Recognizing the crucial role of proper diagnosis, we offer comprehensive dyslexia assessments. These evaluations provide valuable insights that inform our tutoring strategies and help parents and teachers better understand a student’s needs.

Practical Tips for Parents

Here are some strategies you can use at home to support your child with dyslexia:

1. Create a distraction-free reading environment
2. Use audiobooks alongside physical texts
3. Practice “shared reading” where you take turns reading aloud
4. Encourage writing through fun activities like keeping a journal or writing stories
5. Celebrate small victories to build confidence

Suggestion for Enhanced Learning

Based on our experience with various curricula, we suggest incorporating short, daily practice sessions using programs like “The Six Minute Solution” for fluency building. This approach can significantly improve reading speed and comprehension when used consistently alongside our comprehensive tutoring strategies.

Join Us on the Path to Success

At Read Learning Center, we’re committed to unlocking every student’s potential. Our proven tutoring strategies and personalized approach create a supportive environment where students with dyslexia can thrive.

Ready to see how we can help your child boost their reading comprehension and overall academic confidence? Schedule a tour of the Read Learning Center today. Experience how our 1:1 tutoring, summer camp program, and comprehensive assessments can make a difference in your child’s learning journey.

Remember, every child learns differently, and we embrace these differences at the Read Learning Center. Let’s work together to turn challenges into opportunities for growth and success!