The Science of Reading: What Every Parent Needs to Know

Does reading feel harder than it should for your child?

Maybe they’re guessing at words, getting frustrated, or losing focus, and you’re wondering what you’re missing.

Here’s the truth: It’s not you. It’s not your kid. And it’s not your fault.

In this video, I walk you through what every parent really needs to know about the Science of Reading - a research-backed approach that shows us exactly how children learn to read.

You’ll learn:
Why reading isn’t natural (but can absolutely be taught)
What’s missing from most reading methods used in schools
The 5 essential skills every child needs to become a confident reader
What to look for (and what to avoid) in your child’s instruction
Practical, screen-free ways to support reading at home — starting today

📘 Looking for a full curriculum rooted in the Science of Reading?
The Early Childhood Reading Curriculum is a step-by-step, screen-free program that teaches your child to read with confidence.

You’ll get:
Phonemic awareness games
Explicit phonics instruction
Decodable passages
Sound maps and CVC word activities
Structured guidance from letters to fluent reading

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🧩 Want a hands-on tool to reinforce these skills at home or in tutoring sessions? The Early Reader Pack is your grab-and-go companion to support structured literacy practice in a fun, multisensory way. Use it to reinforce phonics, decoding, and fluency, without screens or guesswork.

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You don’t have to be perfect. You just need the right tools and a little direction.

You’ve got this 💛

0:00 Introduction & It's Not Your Fault
0:43 What Is the Science of Reading?
1:29 Proof from the Research
2:24 The Five Pillars of Science of Reading
3:23 Why Traditional Methods Don't Work
4:00 What It Means for You as a Parent
4:25 How to Support Science of Reading at Home
5:15 Get the Screen-Free Curriculum & Final Thoughts

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