Reading SOS: Does my child, who is learning English, need special education?
In our new series, Reading SOS, parents ask the experts their questions about reading and how to support their kids at home.
Reading SOS: I am still learning English myself. How can I help my child learn to read in English?
One of the most important things parents can do is provide lots of language and literacy experiences at home.
Reading SOS: My child is learning English. How can we tell if she needs help with speech issues?
Dr. Elsa Cárdenas-Hagan suggests that you have your child screened in English and Spanish to determine if the issue is related to language or to mastering speech sounds. Next, Dr.
Reading SOS: How can I help my first grader remember the alphabet in our home language of Spanish?
Elsa says that it's important to find out early if your child is having difficulty with letters and sounds. Ask your child's teacher if she has been screened or tested in your home language, and learn the early warning signs for dyslexia.
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