by Jan and Kari | Sep 19, 2025 | High-Frequency Words
If you’ve ever wondered how children transition from laboriously sounding out words to reading fluently and effortlessly, the answer lies in a powerful cognitive process known as orthographic mapping. Understanding this process is crucial for educators aiming to...
by Jan and Kari | Jun 27, 2025 | Beyond the Book
It’s surprisingly common to find upper elementary students who still need help with foundational spelling patterns, like short vowel sounds in closed syllable (CVC) words. But with older kids, not only is time of the essence—they need to catch up without missing out...
by Jan and Kari | Jun 13, 2025 | Language Comprehension
It’s surprisingly common to find upper elementary students who still need help with foundational spelling patterns, like short vowel sounds in closed syllable (CVC) words. But with older kids, not only is time of the essence—they need to catch up without missing out...
by Jan and Kari | May 17, 2025 | Fluency
It’s surprisingly common to find upper elementary students who still need help with foundational spelling patterns, like short vowel sounds in closed syllable (CVC) words. But with older kids, not only is time of the essence—they need to catch up without missing out...
by Jan and Kari | Apr 12, 2025 | Literacy Leadership
It’s surprisingly common to find upper elementary students who still need help with foundational spelling patterns, like short vowel sounds in closed syllable (CVC) words. But with older kids, not only is time of the essence—they need to catch up without missing out...