Eulexia Tutoring Blog
The Dinosaur in the Room: Why Kids Can Read "Dinosaur" But Skip "the"
Ever wonder why your child can read 'dinosaur' but skips 'the'? It's a common puzzle that reveals a deep flaw in how reading is often taught. We explore why 'meaning-first' approaches can create this 'functional word blindness' and why a code-based strategy is the solution.
The Bright Guesser: When "Reading" Becomes Rewriting (And Why It Endangers Learning)
Some bright children develop sophisticated strategies to guess words, effectively 'rewriting' texts to fit their existing knowledge. This tragedy means they're often 'talking to themselves,' missing out on new learning and risking profound miscomprehension. Discover why accurate decoding is the solution.
The Reading Key You Might Be Missing: Why Early Phonological Awareness Screening is a Game-Changer
Could a simple, early screening for phonological awareness be the key to preventing reading difficulties? Discover why identifying a child's ability to recognize and play with the sounds in language is a game-changer. Learn how this crucial first step, combined with effective, principled instruction, can build a strong foundation for literacy and potentially sidestep the struggles that often lead to reading failure.