7 Common Reading Problems in Children: Signs to Watch For and How to Help

Reading difficulties can stem from various factors. Understanding some of these factors will help parents know what signs to look out for and how to help.

Phonics: A Structured Phonics Program

In a structured phonics program, students learn the relationship between letters and sounds in a structured and sequential way.   Starting with the most basic sounds and progressing to more complex ones. 

Reading: The Five Components for Reading Success

The 5 components required for successful reading as identified by the National Reading Panel in the USA work together to create strong, rich, and reliable reading abilities, but they’re often taught separately or in uneven distribution.

Phonics: What Is It and Why Is It Important for Reading?

Phonics is essentially the link between sounds and letters and many evidenced based literacy programs rely on its fundamentals as a method for teaching reading and writing.