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Reading and Spelling Rules You May Have Forgotten

Written by: Sonia Strueby, M.A., CCC-SLP, Founder of Enrichment Therapy & Learning Center Originally Published: May 30, 2023 | Updated: September 2, 2026 Reading and spelling rules can be easy to forget over time. Why do we read the word "ride" with a long vowel...

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Sight Word Practice Outside: 2 Fun Backyard Games

Written by: Sonia Strueby, M.A., CCC-SLP, Founder of Enrichment Therapy & Learning Center Originally Published: March 1, 2023 | Updated: September 2, 2026 With spring officially here, we're starting to see some beautiful weather. Who wants to work on sight words...

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Reading Nonsense Words: Why They Matter for Kids

Written by: Sonia Strueby, M.A., CCC-SLP, Founder of Enrichment Therapy & Learning Center Originally Published: August 11, 2022 | Updated: September 1, 2026 Why Do We Read Words That Aren't Real? At first, it may seem odd to practice reading nonsense words, words...

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Child Diagnosed With Dyslexia? What to Do Next

Written by: Sonia Strueby, M.A., CCC-SLP, Founder of Enrichment Therapy & Learning Center Originally Published: June 13, 2023 | Updated: October 5, 2026 Receiving a dyslexia diagnosis can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. This diagnosis, while...

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Audiobooks for Struggling Readers: Why They Help

Written by: Sonia Strueby, M.A., CCC-SLP, Founder of Enrichment Therapy & Learning Center Originally Published: September 26, 2022 | Updated: September 1, 2026 It's time to take advantage of audiobooks, especially for young, struggling readers. We know that...