For EVERYONE
Working with Struggling Readers
Poor phoneme awareness is the most common source of reading difficulty.
Have you been wondering how to help your struggling readers? What does the science of reading really tell us about where to start and what works?
These 3 short videos and accompanying printable materials (including a free quick assessment) are made for anyone working with struggling readers. Whether you are a parent, a classroom teacher, literacy specialist, tutor, paraprofessional, or student teacher, these videos will give you the solid understanding you need to help your readers be successful.
Definition of Phonological Awareness
The first 10 minute video explains the definition of phonological awareness, while giving short, easy to understand examples of its components. Gain the language, gain the skills! Note taking guides and outlines with each video.
Stages of Development
This 12 minute video shows the development of all stages of phonological awareness and exactly what they mean. Further, you'll learn when the skills develop for typical readers vs. when your struggling readers may develop them.
Importance of Phonological Awareness
If this doesn't convince you, well, I'm not sure what will! Learn a bit about the brain and reading development, the definition of dyslexia and more about the science of reading. Be ready to finish up armed with the top knowledge and motivation to begin giving your struggling readers the best. 24 minutes can be watched in two sittings. A free assessment is included with info on where to find more!
Hello, I'm Lori!
I am an experienced Tier 3 Teacher Trainer and Literacy Coach of all things Structured Literacy, a private literacy specialist, a veteran Tier 2 teacher of 13 years and a Mamma. I love ALL of my jobs; I strive to make a difference in all aspects of my life and I love connecting with others who do the same.
More info on my website at: literacylights.com
Example Curriculum
Ready to Teach It? All You Need is Right Here!
Are you convinced? The full phonological awareness roadmap with all the needed components including word lists, a proven scope and sequence, teaching scripts and modeling videos for each step of the way is bundled right here in this course. For teachers, parents and assistants; let me make your life easier. I'll be with you every step of the way.
For EVERYONE Working with Struggling Readers
Understanding that poor phoneme awareness is the most common source of reading difficulties sets you on the path to helping your struggling readers learn the skills that will change the way you teach and help them to become successful.
Whether you have struggling readers in high school or first grade struggling readers, these phonological awareness skills are critical. You'll learn where instruction in this area commonly stops, why this is a huge mistake and what to do about it.
You and anyone working with your struggling readers will gain a critical awareness of the reason we cannot skip this important piece of instruction. Looking for quick and quality FREE professional development for ALL educators (including any classroom parents or student teachers or administrators) that is based on the science of reading? Look no further; this training is developed from trainings I have delivered to dozens of educators whose job and passion it is to teach struggling readers. You can do this!
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- Perfect for EVERYONE working with Struggling Readers
- Printable Materials and Short Videos
- Based on the Science of Reading
- Non-negotiable skill
- When we know better, we do better
- Complete at your own pace!