☀️ Let’s talk about the “summer slide.” Most parents have heard that kids lose skills over the summer, but here’s the part that matters most: It’s not usually because kids “forgot everything.” It’s often because they stop practicing the skills that were already shaky. For strong readers, summer can feel like a break. For struggling readers, summer can widen the gap, especially if they avoid reading because it feels hard, frustrating, or embarrassing. The good news? Preventing summer slide does not require hours of worksheets or turning your summer into school. A few simple things can make a huge difference: 📚 Reading aloud together 🎧 Listening to audiobooks while following along 🧠 Reviewing sounds, word attack strategies, and tricky words 💬 Talking about books, movies, signs, recipes, menus, or anything with words The goal is not perfection. The goal is keeping the reading brain active so your child doesn’t lose momentum. I’m curious — what feels hardest for your family during the summer? 1️⃣ Getting your child to read 2️⃣ Finding books they actually like 3️⃣ Staying consistent 4️⃣ Knowing what skills to practice 5️⃣ Avoiding battles over reading Drop the number that fits your family best 👇

Hi, everyone! I’ve been quiet here since the beginning of August, and it’s time to reconnect. I’ve missed our conversations! Behind the scenes, I’ve been working on some new resources, including a few apps I’m excited to share more about soon. 😊 But today, I’d love to hear about YOU and your readers. Now that everyone has settled into the school year and parent-teacher conferences are approaching, you may have new questions about your child’s reading and spelling. Maybe you’re seeing progress worth celebrating, or maybe you’re wondering why homework still feels so hard. What would you like us to talk about here? 📚 How to tell whether your child’s reading is on track 🗣️ What to ask at parent-teacher conferences 📝 How to make spelling practice and reading homework easier 🔎 What to do when your child is struggling and you’re unsure why 🙌 How to build confidence and make reading feel less frustrating Comment with the topic that would help you most, or share something else that’s on your mind. A quick answer is perfect! I’m glad to be back, and I want this community to be useful for where your family is right now. 💛