Does Your Child Need Reading Support?

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Quiz Questions

1.
What type of school environment does your child attend?
- A.
  Public school
- B.
  Private School
- C.
  Homeschooled
- D.
  Montessori School (public or private)
- E.
  Waldorf School (public or private)
- F.
  Dual-Language Program (public or private)
- G.
  Other
2.
Has the school expressed concern about your child's reading?
- A.
  Not really, but as a parent I have concerns.
- B.
  Yes, but they don't seem to be doing anything about it.
- C.
  They have been doing intervention, but my child isn't making sufficient progress.
- D.
  They are doing intervention and my child is making steady progress.
3.
How does your child feel about reading aloud?
- A.
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  They don't like reading aloud unless required
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  They are willing to read aloud, but it is clearly hard for them.
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  They like reading aloud and do so confidently.
- D.
  They like reading silently, and will choose to do so without prompting.
4.
Has your child been diagnosed with any of the following (or do you strongly suspect any of the following? (Check all that apply.)
- A.
  Dyslexia
- B.
  Dysgraphia
- C.
  ADD/ADHD
- D.
  Autism
- E.
  Dyspraxia
- F.
  Auditory Processing Disorder
- G.
  Speech Disorder
- H.
  Other - such as Down Syndrome, Intellectual Disability, Nonverbal Learning Disorder, Dyscalculia, Etc.
- I.
  None
5.
What grade is your child in (or entering)?
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- A.
  Fall of Kindergarten
- B.
  Spring of Kindergarten
- C.
  1st Grade
- D.
  2nd Grade
- E.
  3rd Grade
- F.
  4th Grade
- G.
  5th Grade
- H.
  6th Grade
- I.
  7th Grade
- J.
  8th Grade
- K.
  9th +
6.
Does your child have any of the following indicators of Dyslexia? Choose all that apply.
- A.
  Previous or current speech difficulties.
- B.
  Has or had trouble learning letter names and sounds.
- C.
  Trouble sounding out unfamiliar words.
- D.
  A particular difficulty with spelling.
- E.
  Trouble remembering common sight words.
- F.
  Difficulty learning to memorize nursery rhymes or math facts.
- G.
  Adds in or leaves out sounds in words while reading (like saying club for cub).
- H.
  Commonly mixes up letters like B and D or P and Q.
- I.
  Struggles to read familiar words, like "cat", without pictures.
- J.
  A parent or sibling has Dyslexia or struggled with learning to read.
- K.
  None of the above
7.
How many of the following skills can your child do at the kindergarten level?
- A.
  Identify all the letter names and sounds
- B.
  Remember common sight words when reading, such as like, and, is, the, of.
- C.
  Can sound out 2 and 3 letter words, like "It" "am" "cat" "dog"
- D.
  Can spell simple 2 and 3 letter words
- E.
  None of the above
8.
What type of books can your child read aloud without much help? (Choose 1)
- A.
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  My child can't yet read books.
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  Short, simple books like Bob books Set 1.
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  Short, early chapter books like Dr. Seuss, Piggie and Gerald, Frog and Toad, Pete the Cat, King and Kayla, Yasmin, and “I can Read” type books.
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  Full Length early chapter books like Ivy and Bean, Amelia Bedelia, Magic Treehouse, Boxcar Children, A-Z Mysteries, The Kingdom of Wrenly, Junie B Jones, Mercy Watson, The Alvin Ho Series, Jada Jones, Stink, Rainbow Magic, Beverly Cleary Books, or Zoe and Sassafrass.
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  Longer and more complex chapter books designed for upper grades, like Chapter books at a 3rd grade level, such as books by Roald Dahl and Judy Bloom, Who was/What Was series, Wings of Fire, Kate DiCamillo books, Harry Potter Books, Percy Jackson, Wings of Fire, The Land of Stories, Wild Robot.
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What type of books can your child read aloud smoothly, without much help?
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  Short, early chapter books like Dr. Seuss, Piggie and Gerald, Frog and Toad, Pete the Cat, King and Kayla, Yasmin, and “I can Read” type books.
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  Full Length early chapter books like Ivy and Bean, Amelia Bedelia, Magic Treehouse, Boxcar Children, A-Z Mysteries, The Kingdom of Wrenly, Junie B Jones, Mercy Watson, The Alvin Ho Series, Jada Jones, Stink, Rainbow Magic, Beverly Cleary Books, or Zoe and Sassafrass.
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  Chapter books at a 3rd grade level, such as books by Roald Dahl, Judy Bloom, Babysitters Club, Charlotte’s web, The LIon the witch and the wardrobe, Stella Diaz series, Wild Robot, Geronimo Stilton, Planet Omar, Who was/What Was series.
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  4th and 5th grade novels such as Wings of Fire, Kate DiCamillo books, Mr. Popper’s penguins, Fantom Tollbooth, Goosebumps, The Borrowers, The first Harry Potter Book, Percy Jackson, Wings of Fire, The Land of Stories, Wild Robot
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  4th and 5th grade nonfiction content, such as in school textbooks.
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  None of the above.
10.
How does your child do with the texts they are assigned to read at school?
- A.
  They struggle with grade level texts, and generally need someone to sit with them to help them through it.
- B.
  They do pretty well, but need support with sounding out certain words and understanding vocabulary, and benefit from having someone nearby to help.
- C.
  They can read and understand grade level texts with little to no support.
11.
How does your child feel about reading?
- A.
  They don't read on their own unless it's required of them.
- B.
  They will read independently if reminded, but don't typically choose to read for fun.
- C.
  They choose to read independently for fun, several times a week.
12.
What types of books does your child choose to read on their own?
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  Easier graphic novels.
- B.
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  Short and medium length chapter books.
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  Other written material, like game manuals or reference books.
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  Longer novels designed for middle school and up, or Young Adult novels.
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  They typically don't read outside of assigned material.
13.
Does your child have any of the following indicators of dyslexia?
- A.
  Reading is slow and effortful.
- B.
  Trouble sounding out longer words.
- C.
  A particular difficulty with spelling.
- D.
  Difficulty telling stories in order or remembering math facts.
- E.
  Has a hard time remembering and understanding what they've read.
- F.
  None of the above.
14.
Does Your Child have any of the following indicators of dyslexia?
- A.
  Reading is slow and effortful.
- B.
  Trouble sounding out longer words.
- C.
  A particular difficulty in spelling.
- D.
  Difficulty memorizing math facts.
- E.
  Has a hard time remembering and understanding what they've read.
- F.
  None of the Above, or I don't know.

Quiz Outcomes

1.
Yes, Your Child Needs Reading Support!
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Congratulations — by completing this quiz, you've shown your commitment to understanding your child's unique learning needs and providing them with the support they need to thrive. According to your responses, your child would benefit from additional reading support. So, what does that actually mean? Keep reading...P. S. If you'd rather have a 1-1 conversation about your specific results and the possibility of working with one of our Reading Specialists, Click Here to schedule a free consultation.What Learning to Read Looks like in K-2At the K-2 level, children are learning a huge set of reading skills that will influence their academic success from this point on. Here's What They Need to Know:- Letter Names and Sounds- Phonemic Awareness (The ability to hear, isolate, and change the individual sounds in words). - Phonics - specific spelling patterns for both reading and spelling-Beginning Morphology - How words change when suffixes are added. - Fluency and Automaticity - the ability to read aloud at a conversational pace without much attention to sounding out words, so that they can focus on comprehension instead. By the end of 2nd grade, students are expected to have mastered the above skills, and are essentially done "Learning to Read" in the school setting. In 3rd grade, students transition from "Learning to Read" to "Reading to Learn," where instead of having lessons on how to sound out new words, students are reading to learn new information. Having solid reading skills by 3rd grade makes a world of difference for students, and studies show that intervening early both has better outcomes, and takes much less time and energy than intervening later. Unfortunately, many school settings are not using methods for teaching reading that are proven by research, and students are falling behind. Even in schools that are using effective teaching methods, there is a subset of students that needs more focused attention and support to really master reading. "If a child can't learn the way we teach, maybe we should teach the way they learn." — Ignacio EstradaSo, How Can You Support Your Child? 👇 1. Talk to Your Child's Teacher.Your child's teacher is a great resource for understanding their learning needs, and they will probably have suggestions for things you can do at home. Hopefully, your child's teacher is trained in The Science of Reading, which is the body of research compiled over the last 3 decades that outlines exactly how students learn to read. Learning to read requires direct, multisensory instruction in phonics patterns with lots of practice reading words and stories that use the phonics patterns taught (called Decodables). These curriculum may be referred to as "Orton - Gillingham Based."Keep in mind that many schools are still using outdated programs that are not aligned with the current research, such as Lucy Calkin's Units of Study Curriculum, or Fountas and Pinnel, and that by no fault of the teacher, many teacher training programs have not caught up with the current research. Because of this, you may have a very well- meaning teacher who simply doesn't have the training required to support struggling readers, in which case you will need to look to outside resources. 2. Teach Them at Home.Even if you're not homeschooling, you can use curriculum designed for homeschool families to teach your child to read at home. Many of these can be done in only 20 minutes a day. One popular program is called "All About Reading," which has a companion called "All About Spelling." It's simple and game based and most students in this age group enjoy it. Another popular program that is considered more rigorous and less game based is called Barton. 3. Get 1-1 Support from a Reading Specialist at The Joy of Learning.At The Joy of Learning, we specialize in supporting struggling readers reach their potential through evidence-based, 1-1- instruction with Expert Reading Specialists. We use the Orton Gillingham Method to teach reading, which is the Gold Standard for teaching reading to all students, but is especially important for those who struggle. We also provide writing and math instruction for those who need it. Sessions take place either in students' homes throughout the Boulder, Denver, and SF East Bay Areas, or virtually. Click here to schedule a Free Consultation to discuss your child's learning needs. "Whose the Mind Behind This Marvelous Quiz?" Let Me Introduce Myself...Congratulations — by completing this quiz, you've shown your commitment to understanding your child's unique learning needs and providing them with the support they need to thrive. According to your responses, your child would benefit from additional reading support. So, what does that actually mean? Keep reading, friend...P. S. If you'd rather have a 1-1 conversation about your specific results and the possibility of working with one of our Reading Specialists, Click Here to schedule a free consultation."Whose the Mind Behind This Marvelous Quiz?" Let Me Introduce Myself...Hey there, and welcome — I'm Jordan Burns, an Educational Therapist specializing in Reading and Dyslexia. 👋 I'm also the founder of The Joy of Learning. I'm here to help your child unlock their potential by becoming a strong and confident reader. Searching for Extra Support? I've Got Your Back1. Follow me on Facebook. And Instagram. I post simple tips and tricks to help you support your unique learner. 2. Visit our Website to learn more about the work we do, and to read articles about supporting your unique learner. 2. Book a Free Consultation to discuss your child's specific needs, and the possibility of working with one of our Learning Specialists.P.S. Check Your Inbox! I'll Be in There with a PDF Copy of Your Quiz Results 🙌
2.
Yes, Your Child Needs Reading Support!
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Congratulations — by completing this quiz, you've shown your commitment to understanding your child's unique learning needs and providing them with the support they need to thrive. According to your responses, your child would benefit from additional reading support. So, what does that actually mean? Keep reading...P. S. If you'd rather have a 1-1 conversation about your specific results and the possibility of working with one of our Reading Specialists, Click Here to schedule a free consultation.What Reading Looks like in Grades 3-5The process of Learning to Read in school typically takes place in Grades K-2. Once students get to third grade, they transition from "Learning to Read" to "Reading to Learn," where instead of having lessons on how to sound out new words, students are expected to be reading fluently, and they read in class to learn new information. Teachers may still work with students on comprehension at this point, but are typically no longer teaching phonics.If students are struggling with reading in grades 3-5, it is often the case that they missed out on foundational skills taught in the earlier grades, and need support to solidify those skills so that they can move on to more complex reading material. Here are the Foundational skills that may need to be strengthened:- Phonemic Awareness (The ability to hear, isolate, and change the individual sounds in words). - Phonics - specific spelling patterns for both reading and spelling (this is typically the most intensive part of the instruction.)-Beginning Morphology - How words change when suffixes are added. - Fluency and Automaticity - the ability to read aloud at a conversational pace without much attention to sounding out words, so that they can focus on comprehension instead. Once they have mastered those skills, students are ready to learn: - How to decode and spell longer, multisyllabic words with prefixes and suffixes.-How to use Greek and Latin Roots and combining forms to understand new vocabulary, as well as to read and spell words.-How to comprehend more complex fiction and nonfiction texts.Studies show that the earlier children get support with their reading, the better their outcomes, and the less time it takes to help them get there. Even though your child is in upper elementary, it's not too late to turn them into strong and confident readers.Unfortunately, many school settings are not using methods for teaching reading that are proven by research, and students are falling behind. Your child's struggles may be a result of simply not having gotten the instruction they needed and deserved. Even in schools that are using effective teaching methods, there is a subset of students that needs more focused attention and support to really master reading. Both of these cases call for additional support. "If a child can't learn the way we teach, maybe we should teach the way they learn." — Ignacio EstradaSo, How Can You Support Your Child? 👇 1. Talk to Your Child's Teacher.Your child's teacher is a great resource for understanding their learning needs, and they will probably have suggestions for things you can do at home. Hopefully, your child's teacher is trained in The Science of Reading, which is the body of research compiled over the last 3 decades that outlines exactly how students learn to read. Although learning to read isn't typically taught in 3rd-5th grade classrooms, your teacher may have some advice as to how you can improve these skills at home. For students struggling with reading at this age, it also appropriate to push for your child to receive extra services.Keep in mind that by no fault of the teacher, many teacher training programs have not caught up with the current research. Because of this, you may have a very well- meaning teacher who simply doesn't have the training required to support struggling readers (especially in the older grades), in which case you will need to look to school intervention specialists, and/or outside resources. Often, even if the main classroom teachers are using an outdated curriculum, special education teachers or Learning Specialists in the school will be trained in Orton Gillingham, or an Orton Gillingham based method that they use for intervention. If you can get your child into one of these groups, by all means do it. 2. Teach Them at Home.Even if you're not homeschooling, you can use curriculum designed for homeschool families to teach your child to read at home. Many of these can be done in only 20 minutes a day. One popular program is called "All About Reading," which has a companion called "All About Spelling." It's simple and game based program that works well for younger kids, but could also be fun for upper elementary. Another popular program that is considered more rigorous and less game based is called Barton. PRIDE Reading Program is an Orton Gillingham based program designed for older students. There is also a well-regarded program called The Logic of English. I only recommend this to students who do not have dyslexia, because it introduces a lot of information at once. 3. Get 1-1 Support from a Reading Specialist at The Joy of Learning.At The Joy of Learning, we specialize in supporting struggling readers reach their potential through evidence-based, 1-1- instruction with Expert Reading Specialists. We use the Orton Gillingham Method to teach reading, which is the Gold Standard for teaching reading to all students, but is especially important for those who struggle. We also provide writing and math instruction for those who need it. Sessions take place either in students' homes throughout the Boulder, Denver, and SF East Bay Areas, or virtually. Click here to schedule a Free Consultation to discuss your child's learning needs. "Whose the Mind Behind This Marvelous Quiz?" Let Me Introduce Myself...Hey there, and welcome — I'm Jordan Burns, an Educational Therapist specializing in Reading and Dyslexia. 👋 I'm also the founder of The Joy of Learning. I'm here to help your child unlock their potential by becoming a strong and confident reader. Searching for Extra Support? I've Got Your Back1. Follow me on Facebook. And Instagram. I post simple tips and tricks to help you support your unique learner. 2. Visit our Website to learn more about the work we do, and to read articles about supporting your unique learner. 2. Book a Free Consultation to discuss your child's specific needs, and the possibility of working with one of our Learning Specialists.P.S. Check Your Inbox! I'll Be in There with a PDF Copy of Your Quiz Results 🙌
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Yes, Your Child Needs Reading Support!
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Congratulations — by completing this quiz, you've shown your commitment to understanding your child's unique learning needs and providing them with the support they need to thrive. According to your responses, your child would benefit from additional reading support. So, what does that actually mean? Keep reading...P. S. If you'd rather have a 1-1 conversation about your specific results and the possibility of working with one of our Reading Specialists, Click Here to schedule a free consultation.What Reading Looks like in Grades 6+Students who struggle with reading in grades 6 and up typically have one or more of the following issues:- Sounding out unfamiliar words, especially long words.- Reading with enough speed, fluency and accuracy to accomplish reading assignments and understand what they've read.- Resistance to read because it feels laborious or takes a lot of time. - Understanding the vocabulary and content of what they've read.- Determining word meaning from Greek and Latin Roots-SpellingAt this age, teachers are typically no longer teaching students to sound out unfamiliar words, read fluently, or comprehend what they are reading, so students who need need support in these areas need to get it outside of the main classroom. See below for some ideas. If students are struggling with reading in the upper grades, it is often the case that they missed out on foundational skills taught in the earlier grades, and need support to solidify those skills so that they can move on to reading more complex material with ease. This might look like learning specific phonics patterns that they can apply to their reading and spelling through the Orton Gillingham Approach, working on strategies for decoding multisyllabic words or determining the meaning of new vocabulary, or specific instruction in comprehension or spelling. Intervention needs to be very personalized depending on the student's existing needs and strengths. Unfortunately, many school settings are not using methods for teaching reading that are proven by research, and students are falling behind. Your older child's struggles may be a result of simply not having gotten the instruction they needed and deserved in the earlier grades. Although it takes longer to remedy the skills of an older child, since they have further to go, the effort is definitely worthwhile. Middle school and beyond is not too late to turn your child into a strong and confident reader and writer with the right kind of support. "If a child can't learn the way we teach, maybe we should teach the way they learn." — Ignacio EstradaSo, How Can You Support Your Child? 👇 1. Talk to Your Child's Teacher or School.Struggles with reading at this age will significantly hinder your child's ability to complete academic work in every subject, and will make school a more challenging experience. It's important to get your child's foundational skills up to speed as quickly as possible so that they can access the grade level material. It's a good idea to talk to your child's school about getting your child some intervention from a Special Education Teacher or Reading Specialist in the school setting. If the student struggles with sounding out words, the interventionist should use an Orton Gillingham based approach. 2. Teach Them at Home.Even if you're not homeschooling, you can use curriculum designed for homeschool families to teach your child to read at home. A popular program designed for older students is called PRIDE Reading Program. Another popular program that was designed for adults is Barton. This program starts students from the very beginning and doesn't include games. There is also a well-regarded program called The Logic of English. I only recommend this to students who do not have dyslexia, because it introduces a lot of information at once. 3. Get 1-1 Support from a Reading Specialist at The Joy of Learning.At The Joy of Learning, we specialize in supporting struggling readers reach their potential through evidence-based, 1-1- instruction with Expert Learning Specialists. We customize instruction based on individual student needs and assessments. For students who need help sounding out longer words and/or spelling, we use the Orton Gillingham Method, which is the Gold Standard for teaching reading to all students, but is especially important for those who struggle. We also incorporate targeted instruction in areas such as vocabulary, grammar, and comprehension, as well as writing and math instruction for those who need it. Sessions take place either in students' homes throughout the Boulder, Denver, and SF East Bay Areas, or virtually. Click here to schedule a Free Consultation to discuss your child's learning needs. "Whose the Mind Behind This Marvelous Quiz?" Let Me Introduce Myself...Hey there, and welcome — I'm Jordan Burns, an Educational Therapist specializing in Reading and Dyslexia. 👋 I'm also the founder of The Joy of Learning. I'm here to help your child unlock their potential by becoming a strong and confident reader. Searching for Extra Support? I've Got Your Back1. Follow me on Facebook. And Instagram. I post simple tips and tricks to help you support your unique learner. 2. Visit our Website to learn more about the work we do, and to read articles about supporting your unique learner. 2. Book a Free Consultation to discuss your child's specific needs, and the possibility of working with one of our Learning Specialists.P.S. Check Your Inbox! I'll Be in There with a PDF Copy of Your Quiz Results 🙌
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It doesn't sound like your child needs reading support.
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Congratulations — by completing this quiz, you've shown your commitment to understanding your child's unique learning needs and providing them with the support they need to thrive. According to your responses, it doesn't sound like your child needs reading support. That said, there may be things that we didn't ask you about! If you're concerned about your child's reading, writing, or math, and would like to have a 1-1 conversation about your specific results and the possibility of working with one of our Reading Specialists, Click Here to schedule a free consultation.So, How Can You Support Your Child? 👇 1. Talk to Your Child's Teacher or School.Struggles with reading at this age will significantly hinder your child's ability to complete academic work in every subject, and will make school a more challenging experience. It's important to get your child's foundational skills up to speed as quickly as possible so that they can access the grade level material. It's a good idea to talk to your child's school about getting your child some intervention from a Special Education Teacher or Reading Specialist in the school setting. If the student struggles with sounding out words, the interventionist should use an Orton Gillingham based approach. 2. Teach Them at Home.Even if you're not homeschooling, you can use curriculum designed for homeschool families to teach your child to read at home. A popular program designed for older students is called PRIDE Reading Program. Another popular program that was designed for adults is Barton. This program starts students from the very beginning and doesn't include games. There is also a well-regarded program called The Logic of English. I only recommend this to students who do not have dyslexia, because it introduces a lot of information at once. 3. Get 1-1 Support from a Reading Specialist at The Joy of Learning.At The Joy of Learning, we specialize in supporting struggling readers reach their potential through evidence-based, 1-1- instruction with Expert Learning Specialists. We customize instruction based on individual student needs and assessments. For students who need help sounding out longer words and/or spelling, we use the Orton Gillingham Method, which is the Gold Standard for teaching reading to all students, but is especially important for those who struggle. We also incorporate targeted instruction in areas such as vocabulary, grammar, and comprehension, as well as writing and math instruction for those who need it. Sessions take place either in students' homes throughout the Boulder, Denver, and SF East Bay Areas, or virtually. Click here to schedule a Free Consultation to discuss your child's learning needs. "Whose the Mind Behind This Marvelous Quiz?" Let Me Introduce Myself...Hey there, and welcome — I'm Jordan Burns, an Educational Therapist specializing in Reading and Dyslexia. 👋 I'm also the founder of The Joy of Learning. I'm here to help your child unlock their potential by becoming a strong and confident reader. Searching for Extra Support? I've Got Your Back1. Follow me on Facebook. And Instagram. I post simple tips and tricks to help you support your unique learner. 2. Visit our Website to learn more about the work we do, and to read articles about supporting your unique learner. 2. Book a Free Consultation to discuss your child's specific needs, and the possibility of working with one of our Learning Specialists.P.S. Check Your Inbox! I'll Be in There with a PDF Copy of Your Quiz Results 🙌

Does Your Child Need Reading Support?

Are you concerned about your child's reading, and wondering if it's time to get them some support? Take this quiz, designed by a Reading Specialist, to find out.

Quiz Questions

Quiz Outcomes