IMPROVE YOUR CHILD'S READING SKILLS
A Modern Approach to Reading
Reading difficulties are often linked to speech, math, and language impairments in children. At IRead For Life, our “speech sound associated with the letter-symbol” and multi-sensory approach builds a foundation on which a child can discover the art of reading and pronouncing unfamiliar words all their life.
READING & MATH TUTORING
Going Beyond Phonics & ABC's
The IRead For Life program utilizes a method that is way beyond learning ABC's and learning phonics. We teach the fundamental tools to decode words and comprehend written communication.
What makes IRead For Life different is that all 44 sounds of the English language are presented from day one. This allows students to have all the key elements needed for decoding, which results in a more efficient performance by grade four.
Language skills are a vital link to math, writing, and grammar for problem-solving, comprehension, and vocabulary.
Our approach is more therapeutic-based than a purely academic approach. Once given the tools and "tricks of the trade," children become avid and confident readers with a wide vocabulary for the rest of their lives.
Reading Comprehension
Focusing on improving reading comprehension in children is not only about academic achievement, but also about nurturing essential life skills that contribute to their overall growth and success. It's an investment in their cognitive, emotional, and social development that pays dividends throughout their lives.
Producing Speech Sounds Correctly
People are judged on how they speak. So, it is important for children to learn to speak with clarity and volume. They must learn a substantial amount of vocabulary to use the English language for written and oral communication.
Being able to articulate the sounds of the letter-symbols correctly will give the speaker a better chance of influencing the listener when communicating an idea.
Math
Tutoring
Strengthening reading comprehension skills provides a foundation for success in math by enhancing language proficiency, critical thinking, logical reasoning, and problem-solving abilities. A well-rounded educational approach that includes both math and reading support can contribute significantly to a child's cognitive development.
Writing and Grammar
Improving reading comprehension skills is a cornerstone for enhancing writing, spelling, and grammar proficiency. The exposure to diverse language, styles, and structures through reading allows individuals to internalize effective writing techniques and apply them to their own written expression.
We use a holistic approach to learning with a nurturing touch. Our aim is to create a caring environment for learning. IRead For Life is a resource program that provides a foundation for students who struggle to read as well as those who are able to grasp decoding written English. The reading program is phonetic based and therefore emphasizes the speech sounds that letters represent.
Transformative Training for Lifelong Learning
Instead of traditional tutoring, the program offers a unique training approach that builds on children's existing skills, helping them improve their overall learning capacity.
Our center's methods are not just educational, they are therapeutic. We aim to train children's brains to process and understand information more effectively. This specialized training, with its therapeutic focus, is particularly beneficial for children struggling with reading and other learning challenges, as it targets the root causes of these difficulties, providing you with the reassurance that we are addressing the issue at its core.
IRead For Life focuses on developing auditory conceptualization to help children improve their reading comprehension, language skills, and overall academic performance. The program is designed to empower children to succeed in their educational journey, giving them the tools they need to thrive in and out of the classroom.
We make a non-reader a reader.
A reader, a good reader.
And a good reader, a better reader
Master The Sounds of the English Language
Understanding the 44 sounds of the English language is foundational to reading success.
The 44 sounds are the individual building blocks that make up words. Early exposure to and mastery of these sounds contribute to effective reading instruction and pave the way for a lifetime of literacy and
language proficiency.
Speech Sound Awareness
Understanding the relationship between sounds and the letters that represent them, is essential for early readers. The 44 sounds serve as the foundation for helping students understand the principles of sound-letter correspondence.
Spelling Proficiency
When readers are familiar with the 44 sounds, they can spell words more confidently by applying their knowledge of how letters correspond to specific sounds.
Reading Fluency
As they recognize the sound combinations, young readers effortlessly achieve smooth and accurate reading skills.
They are better equipped to understand the meaning of words, sentences, and passages.
Decoding and Encoding Skills
Each letter or group of letters in a word represents a sound. Knowing the 44 sounds helps readers decode unfamiliar words by breaking words into recognizable syllables.
Word Recognition
Readers are able to recognize and differentiate between the sounds of letters and letter combinations for better word recognition.
Building Vocabulary
Understanding the sounds of the English language enables readers to acquire new words, recognize variations in pronunciation, and expand their overall vocabulary.