The Thriving Readers Blog is your trusted place to learn how to help your child become a confident, capable, and joyful reader. Here, you’ll find clear, parent-friendly guidance rooted in the Science of Reading—practical tips for phonics, phonological awareness, decoding, comprehension, spelling, and building lasting reading confidence at home.
Whether your child is just starting out, struggling with specific reading skills, or needs a boost in motivation, you’ll discover step-by-step strategies, quick-win activities, and expert insight you can use right away.
Empower yourself with the tools to support your child’s progress—and make reading feel doable, encouraging, and fun for your whole family.
Kate, Founder of Thriving ReadersEarly signs of reading struggles often show up before school notices. Learn the key red flags for ages 5–7 and what parents can do now to support confident, successful reading.