Tag Archives: learning to read

Reading is the foundation of all learning. Without it, children struggle to grasp subjects like math, science, and social studies. Yet despite its importance, an alarming number of children are reaching age 7 without being able to read confidently — or at all. For parents and teachers, this isn’t just …

Unveiling a hidden pronunciation rule in English, the UE spelling can sometimes represent not just the familiar ‘yoo’ sound in ‘cue’, ‘venue’, and ‘rescue’, but also the long ‘oo’ sound like in ‘blue’, ‘glue’, and ‘true’. This can be challenging for young learners and those studying English as a Second …

Learning to read is an exciting journey filled with discoveries. However, deciphering the various sounds letters can make often presents a challenge, especially for young learners and those acquiring it as a Second Language. One such hurdle is the long O sound, which can be spelled in several ways. This …

The way the letter ‘I’ works in English can be confusing, especially for young learners and ESL students who are just starting to sound out words. One of the early hurdles encountered is the ‘I long I’ sound. Unlike some letters with a more consistent sound, the letter ‘I’ can …

The English language can be a tricky beast, especially when it comes to its pronunciation and spelling. However, understanding patterns can make learning to read and write much easier. One such pattern is the ‘EE long E’ sound. Words like ‘bee’, ‘jeep’, and ‘sweet’ share a common thread: the pattern …