by Dani Davidson | Mar 4, 2026 | How to Read, How to Spell
Many parents of young children want to help them learn to read but worry about making learning feel like school too early. The good news? Play is one of the most powerful ways children build early literacy skills. For children aged 4–6, playful activities...
by Dani Davidson | Feb 26, 2026 | How to Spell
If your child can read a word… but can’t spell it the next day, you’re not imagining things. Many parents are surprised (and worried) when spelling seems significantly harder than reading. But here’s the truth: 👉 Spelling is usually more complex than reading. In...
by Dani Davidson | Feb 19, 2026 | How to Spell
If your child proudly writes “I lik mi kat” and hands it to you with a big smile, you might pause. Do you correct it?Do you ignore it?Are they learning the “wrong” way to spell? If you’ve ever Googled “invented spelling should I correct my child”,...
by Dani Davidson | Feb 3, 2026 | How to Read, How to Spell
Teaching your child to read at home can feel overwhelming… but it doesn’t have to be! With the right tools, approach and support, early literacy becomes fun, effective, and confidence-building for both you and your learner. In this post, we’ll show you how...
by Dani Davidson | Jan 30, 2026 | How to Read, How to Spell
Learning to read doesn’t stop at CVC words. Once children become confident with simple three-letter words like cat and dog, the next important step is expanding into longer words — and five-letter words are a perfect place to start. Five-letter words...
by Dani Davidson | Jan 24, 2026 | How to Read, How to Spell
Once children can confidently read CVC words like cat, pin, and dog, many parents and educators ask the same question: “What comes after CVC words?” The good news? There is a clear, evidence-based progression that builds early...
