A Unique, Research-Based Approach to Teaching Children to Read At phonics.org, we evaluate phonics programs designed for children—empowering you to make informed decisions about the most suitable apps for your child’s learning journey. In this article, we provide an educational review of the Reading.com app for early literacy instruction. What is Reading.com? Discover a research-based …
Your kindergartener writes “doy” instead of “boy.” Your first grader reads “was” as “saw.” The letters b and d seem interchangeable in their writing. You wonder: Is this normal? Should I be concerned? Letter reversals confuse and worry parents. These mix-ups look alarming on paper. But understanding what reversals actually mean—and when they signal a …
Your child was making steady progress. Each week brought new letter sounds, longer words, and growing confidence. Then suddenly, nothing. The forward momentum stopped. Your once-enthusiastic reader now struggles with the same words week after week. This frustrating standstill is called a phonics plateau. It happens more often than parents realize, and it doesn’t mean …
Your child loves playing Bookworm on your tablet. They’re making long words and racking up points. You’re wondering: Is this actually helping them learn to read? It’s a fair question. Many parents hope that fun word games might support their child’s literacy skills. Let’s explore what word puzzle games can and cannot do for your …
