PRIDE Blogs
Here at PRIDE Reading Program, our goal is to provide parents, tutors, and teachers with tips, resources, and positive encouragement!
Little Lions Decodable Books and the Reading League
Little Lions Decodable Books have been vetted and approved for quality by the Reading League.
Is Teaching Reading Difficult?
Is teaching reading difficult? The answer is both yes and no. Teaching reading is a journey filled with challenges, but it is also the most rewarding experience a parent or teacher can have.
How to Correct Reading Mistakes
In this article, we will discuss the most common reading mistakes children make and provide tips and suggestions on how you can help your child correct reading mistakes!
Using an Early Reading Program to Support Literacy During Developmental Years
An early reading program offers essential literacy skills that can support a bright future for students. Learn what makes early literacy skills so important.
Effective Reading Strategies for Children with Learning Differences
Reading is a fundamental skill that serves as the cornerstone for lifelong learning and success. However, for students with learning differences, mastering this skill can present unique challenges. Recent data indicates that approximately one in five students have a...
5 Signs Your Child Has Apraxia of Speech
Do you suspect your child may have apraxia of speech? Apraxia can be a difficult diagnosis for parents because they watch their child struggle to talk but don’t see any muscular abnormalities when their child is trying to articulate. Here are some red flags that I have observed.
Practice Syllable Division with this FUN Activity!
Here is a really fun, low prep and simple syllable division activity using VC/CVCe words that you can use with your student in a homeschool or classroom setting.
What is Structured Literacy?
Structured literacy is an approach that is often recommended for students with dyslexia and specific learning disabilities because it is well supported by research and is an evidence-based method. Here is everything you need to know about Structured Literacy, what it is and how to teach it.
PRIDE Reading Program Expands to Stamford Central School District in New York to Enhance Literacy Education
Stamford, NY, February 2024 – The PRIDE Reading Program, renowned for its Orton-Gillingham structured literacy curriculum, is proud to announce its latest educational partnership with Stamford Central School District (S.C.S.) in Stamford, NY. This collaboration marks...
How Children Learn to Read: A Guide for Parents and Teachers
Learning to read is an essential skill for children. Find out how to get children started on the path to success.
The Science of Reading: Unpacking Evidence-Based Literacy Practices
Structured literacy is an educational method based on the science of reading. This science deeply examines the reading process. It links reading to other language skills, like speaking, spelling, and writing. It also looks at the brain's role in reading. Key areas...
Harnessing the Power of Phonemic Awareness, Phonological Awareness, and Phonics
Join us as we will explore phonological awareness, phonemic awareness, and phonics and how they can help build strong literacy skills both in the classroom and at home.
Multisensory Spelling Strategies
Teaching spelling with multisensory spelling strategies really helps kids learn those difficult to spell words. Check out this list of multisensory spelling strategies you can do with your child at home.
Top 5 Multisensory Writing Activities
Writing doesn’t need to be boring. Try out these fun and engaging multisensory writing activities with your kids. When kids see it, say it, hear it and move with it – they learn best!
PRIDE Reading Program Now Available Within Presidio ISD in Texas
[Presidio, TX, January 2024] – PRIDE Reading Program, a leader in providing the Orton-Gillingham structured literacy curriculum, proudly announces that their program is available within Presidio Independent School District (ISD) in Texas. This collaboration is set to...
Little Lions Decodable Books and the Reading League
Little Lions Literacy is proud to announce that the Little Lions Decodable Books have been vetted and approved for quality by the Reading League and can be found on their list of recommended books. The Little Lions Decodable Books are a collection of stories written...
Is Teaching Reading Difficult?
Is teaching reading difficult? The answer is both yes and no. Teaching reading is a journey filled with challenges, but it is also the most rewarding experience a parent or teacher can have. Find out more by viewing our video here:Teaching Reading Involves Multiple...
How to Correct Reading Mistakes
Children who are just learning to read often benefit from having a teacher or parent listen to their reading and correct reading mistakes immediately. In this article, we will discuss the most common reading mistakes children make and provide tips and suggestions on...
Using an Early Reading Program to Support Literacy During Developmental Years
An early reading program can provide essential support for young learners—learn how. Children learn at every stage in their lives, but the early years are some of the most important ones in a child’s life—especially when it comes to language and learning. When...
Effective Reading Strategies for Children with Learning Differences
Reading is a fundamental skill that serves as the cornerstone for lifelong learning and success. However, for students with learning differences, mastering this skill can present unique challenges. Recent data indicates that approximately one in five students have a...
5 Signs Your Child Has Apraxia of Speech
May is Apraxia of Speech month and what a great and resourceful month it has been for our readers. We have an awesome Guest Blogger today! Rebecca Eisenberg, MS, CCC-SLP is here to help us look for the red flags of Childhood Apraxia of Speech. "As a speech language...
Practice Syllable Division with this FUN Activity!
Breaking up words into syllables or chunks is a really important part of the reading process. Syllabication helps children learn to read and spell difficult words. If your child gets stuck on a difficult word, they can use the syllabication rules to figure it out. On...
What is Structured Literacy?
Structured literacy is an approach that is often recommended for students with dyslexia and specific learning disabilities because it is well supported by research and is an evidence-based method. Structured literacy integrates phonological awareness, reading...
PRIDE Reading Program Expands to Stamford Central School District in New York to Enhance Literacy Education
Stamford, NY, February 2024 – The PRIDE Reading Program, renowned for its Orton-Gillingham structured literacy curriculum, is proud to announce its latest educational partnership with Stamford Central School District (S.C.S.) in Stamford, NY. This collaboration marks...
How Children Learn to Read: A Guide for Parents and Teachers
Exploring the science of reading for new learners one step at a time. Reading is one of the most valuable skills in the world, which is why it is one of the first core skills that we teach children in school. Having the ability to read—and read well—allows children to...
The Science of Reading: Unpacking Evidence-Based Literacy Practices
Structured literacy is an educational method based on the science of reading. This science deeply examines the reading process. It links reading to other language skills, like speaking, spelling, and writing. It also looks at the brain's role in reading. Key areas...
Harnessing the Power of Phonemic Awareness, Phonological Awareness, and Phonics
The terms phonological awareness, phonemic awareness, and phonics are three important components that comprise high-quality reading instruction. Although all three sound similar and are connected, there is a vast difference. Understanding the differences between them...
Multisensory Spelling Strategies
Multisensory Spelling Strategies that are Fun and Effective! Studies from the National Institutes of Child Health and Human Development have shown that for children with difficulties learning to spell, a multisensory teaching method is an effective way for these...
Top 5 Multisensory Writing Activities
Learning to write doesn’t have to be boring or difficult. You can make your writing lessons fun and engaging by using multisensory activities. For children that struggle with writing or have been diagnosed with dysgraphia, a multisensory teaching method is the most...
PRIDE Reading Program Now Available Within Presidio ISD in Texas
[Presidio, TX, January 2024] – PRIDE Reading Program, a leader in providing the Orton-Gillingham structured literacy curriculum, proudly announces that their program is available within Presidio Independent School District (ISD) in Texas. This collaboration is set to...