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Help Your Preschooler Become A Successful Reader

Does your child have the pre-literacy skills needed to become a successful reader? One of the most basic skills a child needs to become a confident reader is knowledge of the alphabet. Most parents would not hesitate to say that their child knows their ABC's. However,...

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Holiday Gift Guide: Educational Games

Stumped on what to give your child for Christmas this year? Looking to buy a gift for a family, but not sure what to get? Here is a list of 8 educational games that would make great holiday gifts. This list was created with children who struggle in school in mind, but...

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Therapy Talks-Megan H. Vowel Tracking

Does your student know their vowels and vowel combinations but is needing to improve their reading speed and accuracy? Megan H. shares a great exercise to improve that at home! Check it out! vowel-tracking-pages Enrichment Therapy & Learning Center has locations...

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Therapy Talks-Visualizing Spelling Words

Are spelling words a pain at your house? Check out our great strategy to help kids master those tough words in no time!   Enrichment Therapy & Learning Center has locations in Johnston and North Liberty, IA, with virtual services also available. We provide...

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Therapy Talks-Writing Idea Generation

Starting a story or writing project can be hard! Elizabeth shares some great strategies in this Therapy Talk to help make the process fun!   Enrichment Therapy & Learning Center has locations in Johnston and North Liberty, IA, with virtual services also available....

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Facebook Live with Sonia-Iowa Literacy Law

Thanks for tuning in as Sonia talked about some great information! Check out some at home printables for you to work on with your reader! Be sure to check our blog and Facebook page for more great information like our Therapy Talk videos! vowel-cheat-sheet-for-parents...