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Every Child Learns Differently: The Power of Individualized Reading Plans
As parents, we know that every child is unique—each one with their own interests, personality, and learning style. When it comes to reading, these differences are especially important. Some children may pick up reading easily, while others may face challenges that...
6 Tips for Creating A Study Space
As summer winds down and school bells start ringing, it's the perfect time to transform a little nook of your home into a study space. Here’s how to set up a space that will keep your child focused and productive! 1. Find the perfect spot. First things first, pick a...
How to Start the New School Year Right!
And just like that, summer is over and school is back in session! As your kids gear up for a new year, you can play a crucial role in helping them start off on the right foot. With a little guidance and support, you can pave the way for a successful and fulfilling...
Top Summer Reading Programs for Kids
Summer is the time for children to unwind, but it’s also crucial to keep their minds active to prevent the “summer slide.” One of the best ways to do this is through summer reading programs. These programs encourage kids to read, offering incentives and activities...
10 Reasons Why Summer Reading is Essential for Your Child’s Success
As summer approaches, parents often wonder how to keep their children engaged in learning during the break from school. One of the most effective and important ways to ensure continued academic growth is through summer reading. In this blog post, we'll explore ten...
How Langsford Helps Struggling Readers
For many parents, watching their child struggle with reading can be a source of concern and frustration. However, there's hope! Langsford is specifically designed to help struggling readers catch up quickly and achieve proven success, risk-free! Catch Up Quickly With...
8 Signs Your Child is Struggling to Read
Is your child struggling to read? Here are some signs your child may be struggling. As you observe and listen to your child reading, keep these questions in mind: Do they often skip, add, or omit small words? Do they often select simple books with very little text? Do...
Early Intervention Matters: The Matthew Effect
You may be reading the title of this blog post and wonder: What is the Matthew effect? Why does early intervention matter? How can I help my struggling reader? We’re here to shed some light on this intriguing phenomenon and how it effects young readers. What is the...
Effective Communication With Your Child’s School: A Guide
Effective communication between parents and schools plays a pivotal role in a child's educational journey. Establishing an open and collaborative dialogue fosters a supportive environment for both the student and the school. In this blog post, we'll explore essential...
Unlocking Better Understanding
Hmmmmmmm……. I know you think you understand what you thought I said, but I’m not sure that what you heard is what I actually meant! Have you ever been on either end of this scenario? It is frustrating for both parties. Language comprehension is essential for one to...
Writing: 8 Simple Tips to Help
Writing is a vital skill that opens doors to self-expression, creativity, and effective communication. As a parent, you can play a crucial role in making the prcoess enjoyable and less daunting for your child. In this blog post, we'll explore practical tips to ease...
Report Cards: Navigating With Your Child
The day schools distribute report cards can be a mix of excitement, anxiety, and curiosity for both parents and children. For parents, it's an opportunity to gauge their child's progress and offer support where needed. For children, it's a time of anticipation and...
Dyslexia Fast Facts
Every October, Dyslexia Awareness Month provides a vital opportunity to shed light on this often-misunderstood learning difference. It's a time to educate, raise awareness, and ultimately transform perceptions. In this blog post, we'll dive into some fast facts about...
Nurturing Literacy in Young Minds
In a world illuminated by screens and filled with words, the art of literacy shines as a beacon of knowledge, empowerment, and connection. From the enchanting pages of a novel to the scrolling texts on our devices, literacy serves as the compass guiding us through the...
5 Essential Tips for Starting a New School Year Right
And just like that, summer is over and school is back in session. As your kids gear up for a new year, you play a crucial role in helping them start off on the right foot. With a little guidance and support, you can pave the way for a successful and fulfilling...
Dive Into Summer Reading: The Benefits (and how to encourage it)
With the school doors closed and the sun shining brightly, summer becomes a magical time for kids to revel in adventures both outdoors and within the pages of a book. As parents and caregivers, we have a unique opportunity to nurture a love for reading during these...
Stop the Summer Slide!
How do you prevent the “summer slide”? Read, read, read! When kids are engaged in reading during the summer, they are better prepared for the new school year. Luckily, there are many great opportunities to keep them motivated. 1) Here at Langsford, we have 2 options...
Langsford Webinars
We have several informative, free webinars coming up! Help Your Child Become a Confident Reader Tuesday, August 27th 2024 5-5:30 p.m. EST In only 30 minutes, you will learn: the 5 steps a child must master to become a skilled reader how much your child should read...
What You Need to Know About Requesting Accommodations on the ACT
Mira Monroe, M.A., Senior Manager of Accessibility and Accommodations at ACT recently shared with us about currently available accommodations for the ACT test. She also shared with us ACT policy for requesting accommodations and what ACT looks for when reviewing...
Psychoeducational Evaluations: The Basics
Dr. Brian Belva recently spoke to an audience of educators and parents about psychoeducational evaluations and everything we need to know about them. Catch the replay of the webinar below. Part 1: What do I (a parent or educator) need to know about educational...
Dyslexia: Beyond Reversals
Seeing letters and words backwards is dyslexia, right? Wrong! In a recent presentation, Stephen McCrocklin, Langsford’s Executive Director, dispelled that long-held belief. In fact, dyslexia is not a visual issue at all. Reversals are simply the consequence of less...
Langsford Lecture Series: Students’ Well-being During the COVID-19 Pandemic
During the COVID-19 pandemic, mental health is more important than ever. Langsford invited Kristie V. Schultz, Ph.D., a pediatric psychologist with Norton Children's Behavioral and Mental Health to discuss the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the well-being of...
6 Ways to Keep Skills Sharp This Summer
Wondering what you should do to keep your child’s skills sharp or to better prepare him or her for school next fall? There are 6 key areas you should think about. Each will take only minutes a day. Why not set aside some time each day this summer to keep your child’s...
Reading Transformed: How Langsford Builds Confident Readers
How to Pick the Perfect Book for Your Child
One of the most common questions parents ask is “How do I help my child find a book? How can I find a book that is the right fit for them?” There are 2 different components of that. One is the genre of book. The other is the level of the book. The level of the book is...
The Most Common Letter Reversals and How to Fix Them
A very common issue that children have when reading is the reversal of letters. The most common reversals are the letters “b” and “d.” Some parents are confused about what that means. Parents sometimes think that letter reversals are a sign that their child has...
2 Things to Look For in Multisyllable Words That Make Them Easier to Read
A lot of focus in school is on teaching children how to read single syllable words. So, they learn consonant sounds, vowel sounds, and they start reading. After that, a lot of the time the instruction stops, and it is assumed they will figure out the rest. But when...
3 Simple Rules for Helping Your Child Read Multisyllable Words
"Breaking rules" are valuable tools that your child can learn to help them read multi-syllable words, which are usually the words that are going to trip them up once they start reading. There are 3 simple things your child can do to break a complex word down into...
How to Help Your Child Read More Smoothly
Is your child's reading choppy or robotic-sounding? If so, you will want to focus on the smoothness of their reading. In this case, an invaluable tool is their finger. Having your child read with their finger under the words as they read, touching the book and moving...
How to Help Your Child Understand Punctuation
Sometimes when children read, they do not pay attention to punctuation. They will read right over commas, right over periods, then they get to the end of a paragraph and just keep going to the next sentence. So some children need to be explicitly encouraged to pay...
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9 Simple Ways to Boost Your Child’s Reading Confidence
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