Why is My Child Reading Below Grade Level?

Different Learning Styles

Oftentimes when children are reading below grade level, it is because they are not being taught in a way that matches their learning strengths. If a child continues with this same instruction, they will most likely continue to fall further behind. It is critical to intervene as soon as possible with an approach that matches your child’s learning style to avoid the erosion of their self-belief and ensure reading success.

Believe in your child’s abilities
Observe, assess, and discover your child’s learning style
Create a plan and share it with your child, explaining their learning strengths and the areas of focus that will help with reading
Give your child ownership of the learning process
Use incentives in the beginning; once your child sees their progress, their success will likely be all the incentive they need to continue