247 Lightbulb Moments for Young Readers

AMDG. Reading is a daunting topic for many homeschooling parents. Luckily, Kolbe teachers and Master’s Level Education Specialists Kristi Cramer and Jenny Todesco are here to help. 

Kristi and Jenny answer the most-asked questions about reading, providing easy-to-digest answers and actionable steps that you can begin today. Tune in to learn how to assess your child’s reading ability at home; when your child should begin reading; common difficulties to watch out for and when to reach out for help; and the resources available in Kolbe Academy for struggling readers. “In education, there’s a rule of thumb,” Jenny comments, “if by third grade, a student is struggling in reading… [that] is when you would start looking at some interventions.”  

This episode is the all-in-one guide for homeschooling parents embarking on the journey to literacy, filled with a wealth of knowledge and practical tips you can implement today.  

Related Kolbecast episodes & relevant links: 

• 197 Tools in a Toolbox: Kolbe Academy’s Student Support Services 

• 124 In This Together 

• 125 Call the Advisor 

• 147 Building Blocks for Reading Success 

• Kolbe Academy’s Student Support Services 

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