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When Not to Worry About Reading
Every child learns to read at their own pace. If you've ever found yourself wondering whether your child's reading is 'normal', this guide is for you. Learn which reading behaviours are often part of typical development, how you can help at home, and when it's worth seeking further advice.
Why Doing More Comprehension Papers Isn't Enough for SEAG Success
What if the best way to improve your child's SEAG comprehension isn't by completing more comprehension papers?
Many parents spend months working through practice tests, yet their child's comprehension doesn't improve as much as they'd hoped. The reason is simple: comprehension isn't built by answering more questions alone. It's built through reading widely, developing vocabulary and building knowledge. In this blog, I'll explain why becoming a better reader—not just completing more tests—is one of the most powerful ways to prepare for SEAG.
When Sight Is Not the Barrier: Reading, Access, and Protecting Confidence
This week, after attending a talk by Richard Moore, I was left reflecting deeply on what access to reading really means. A blind man demonstrated how he can read using assistive technology — while many children who can see still struggle to read.
For parents of children with dyslexia and other learning differences, this gap between understanding and reading can be heartbreaking. This blog explores how confidence, dignity, and access matter just as much as instruction — and why assistive technology deserves thoughtful consideration alongside structured literacy teaching.
Why Building Knowledge Is the Key to Reading Success (Not Just SEAG Success)
Why Word Lists Aren’t the Answer: Helping Your Child Learn to Read Without the Overwhelm
The Importance of Nursery Rhymes: Building Phonemic Awareness in Young Children
High Frequency Words: Stop Memorising, Start Mapping
Counting Syllables – Why It Matters & How to Practise at Home!
Simple Ideas with Syllables
🌱 Building Strong Foundations Before School: Simple Ways to Support Early Learning at Home
It all begins with an idea.
Fun Phonemic Awareness Activities You Can Do Anytime (Even in the Car!)
Learning on the go!