Eulexia Tutoring Blog
The Journey Back to Confident Reading: What Remediation Looks Like
For parents of struggling readers, the path forward can seem unclear. We outline a hopeful, structured roadmap to success. Learn about the three key stages of effective reading remediation: a deep diagnostic assessment, principled skill-building, and finally, building fluency and a rich vocabulary.
"Dysteachia": Are Reading Problems Inborn or Taught?
When a child struggles to read, we often ask what is wrong with the child? But what if the problem lies in the instruction? We explore the provocative concept of 'dysteachia'—reading failure caused by poor teaching—and how a child's susceptibility can be turned into a full-blown reading disability by the wrong methods.
The "Dyslexia as a Superpower" Narrative: What Parents Really Need to Know
The 'dyslexia as a superpower' narrative is inspiring. But is the reading struggle itself the gift, or are a child's creative strengths separate? We explore why true empowerment means nurturing a child's gifts while directly remediating reading challenges with effective instruction.
Eulexia Tutoring: An Origin Story
I started out just wanting to teach French. But witnessing bright students profoundly struggle with reading – often using ineffective guessing strategies encouraged by their schools – disturbed me deeply and ignited a passion. This is the story of that journey, my deep dive into the Science of Reading, and why Eulexia Tutoring exists today.
What is Phonological Awareness?
Understand the most crucial pre-reading skill: Phonological Awareness (hearing/manipulating sounds). Learn why it's the top predictor of reading success (and linked to dyslexia) according to the Science of Reading, and why it needs to come before heavy phonics. Get clarity here!