Reading And Comprehension

It’s 8:30 p.m., your child is asking for one more story, and you’re feeling completely drained. You pick up the book, do your best voices, and you wonder. Does this nightly routine actually matter? It does. More than you might think. The simple act of...

You might have tried everything from reward charts to reading logs to negotiations at bedtime yet your child still sees reading as a chore, something to avoid rather than enjoy. Luckily for you, you're not alone in this. Recent data shows that a large number...

Halloween is right around the corner! Here are Tutor Doctor’s favorite spooky storybooks for young readers. Room on the Broom by Julia Donaldson A witch and her cat are zooming through the sky on their broomstick when, suddenly, the wind picks...

Summer vacation is a well-deserved hiatus from school, but it should also be an important reminder for students to keep their minds active and engaged. Here are some of the many benefits of summer reading programs! Avoiding the summer slide One of...

We always hear about the importance of reading, but why does it really matter? Read on to discover the many benefits of reading for children and teens! Reading is critical for language development According to top researchers in the field of child...

Although tablets and e-readers are great, there’s something special about turning pages! Here are some key benefits of children reading books in a digital age. Comprehension Research has shown time and time again that our reading comprehension...

Students may experience a decrease in reading and math scores after a long vacation, which we refer to as the “summer slide.” Reading is a great way to keep young minds active during a break, and is an excellent option for students of all ages! Here are...

When we think of reading and comprehension practice, English classes are generally the first to come to mind. Of course, this is for good reason – both skills are vital to passing any English course. However, it's important that we recognize the...