Why teach phonics? Phonological awareness extends into phonics when a child understands that letters make sounds and those letters create…
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5 Ways that Teaching Spelling Helps Readers
Spelling. It’s probably one of the most controversial topics in the literacy world. Should kids use invented spelling? Should kids take…
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Getting Kids to Re-read for Fluency {free printable}
*This post contains affiliate links. Please read my full disclosure policy for more information. From the very beginning, I have…
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DIY Fluency Boards
Thank you, Becky, for inviting me to write at This Reading Mama. My name is Dayna from Lemon Lime Adventures…
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Building Fluency: My Autographs Page {FREE Download}
When kids make their own books, much of the fun and pride comes from reading it over and over (and…
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