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Reading is one of the most crucial skills for students to develop, as it enables them to access information and participate in numerous aspects of modern life.    However, for students in moderate/severe special education classrooms,...

Special education classrooms require a lot of support from teachers to help students with disabilities learn in a meaningful way. However, helping students to develop independence skills is just as important for their future success in life after school. In this post...

For many struggling readers, understanding the sounds that make up words can be a major challenge. Phonics instruction is a critical part of helping these students develop reading skills, but it can often be difficult and frustrating. However, research has sh...

For students in special education, learning can often be a challenging and complex process. However, by incorporating compound word activities into their curriculum, educators can help these students develop essential phonics and vocabulary skills in a fun an...

Reading is an essential skill that opens up a world of knowledge and opportunities. Unfortunately, many children with intellectual disabilities struggle with developing literacy skills. However, research in the science of reading has shown that compound words...

For non-verbal students, learning to read can be a challenging and isolating experience. How...

As special education teachers, we face unique challenges when it comes to teaching students how to read. One of the most difficult challenges is when we work with older students who have not yet mastered this fundamental skill. However, ...

For non-verbal students, learning to read can be a challenging task. However, according to Dr. Karen Erickson and Dr. David Koppenhaver of the Center for Literacy and Disability Studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, "non-verbal students ...

Research in the science of reading has shown that compound words can be a valuable tool for introducing the concept of blending sounds to students who are non-verbal or have an intellectual...

Research in the science of reading has shown that compound words can be particularly effective for introducing the concept of blending sounds to students with special needs. Read more