My child can’t read. What to do when learning to read is hard.

It can be tough to see your child struggle with learning how to read. Before you jump to conclusions, here are some things to help kids enjoy reading – which is half the battle. 

1. Use hands-on activities: Try using games, puzzles, and sensory materials to make learning to read fun and engaging.
2. Break it down: Take small steps to teach reading skills like sounding out words or understanding sentences.
3. Focus on what works: Figure out what helps your child learn best and use those strategies to make reading easier.
4. Share the joy of reading: Read together and choose books that your child enjoys to build a love for reading.
5. Keep track of progress: Check in regularly to see how your child is improving and adjust your help accordingly.
6. Use visuals: Pictures, charts, and diagrams can make reading concepts easier to understand.
7. Create a supportive environment: Make sure your child feels comfortable and encouraged to practice reading at home.
8. Involve the whole family: Encourage siblings, grandparents, and other family members to read with your child and support their learning.
9. Seek professional assistance: If you still think your child is significantly behind on their reading, talk to their teacher. It may mean they require additional support and extra help in the classroom. This may mean that you need a psycho-educational assessment to evaluate their reading skills and gain extra support at school. Our clinic provides these detailed reports of what would help to work on at home and at school. Contact us for more information.