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Graphemes: Basic Building Blocks II

Phonemes, graphemes and letters are all essential components children must master when learning how to read, write and spell. They can be confusing, especially since none of these skills come naturally to any learner. However, learning how to read can be very fun for...

Phonemes: Basic Building Blocks I

When it comes to teaching your child how to read, there is a lot to learn for yourself. What is the best way to teach reading? Does phonics work? Also, what are phonemes? Are graphemes important? Most importantly, what is the best way to help children succeed at...

Phonics Sounds for Pre-K Learners

Learning to read is an invaluable skill. When our kids grow to be proficient readers, they are better prepared as overall learners. So, starting from pre-K, be sure that your child starts learning the skills needed to be a good reader. How do we do that? We start...

Phonics Is The Secret to Reading Success

Are our children learning to read through phonics? In 2017, fourth grade students took an exam by the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) for reading. Thirty-two percent of students in the US were unable to read at a proficient level. According to an...

Make Teaching Reading Simple

Make Teaching Reading Simple

As a teacher, you have a lot on your plate. You are responsible for a handful of energetic early learners and their education for the next school year. It is a huge task to teach so many different skills to children who are new to the classroom setting and even...

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Colvard Learning is an educational technology publisher. We develop comprehensive literacy programs that teach children how to read.