05/18/2026
Early Literacy is so important! Kids don't just "get it" later, they learn coping skills to hide the stress of not being able to decode.
Improving Reading Comprehension in Kindergarten Through 3rd Grade - NCIL
A brief summary of the IES Practice Guide on steps that teachers, reading coaches, and principals can take to successfully improve reading comprehension for you
04/29/2026
Great opportunity! If you haven't experienced one of these yet, I highly recommend!
Join us Friday, May 1, 2026 6pm for our Walk in the Shoes Dyslexia Simulation! This is a great learning opportunity for the community.
RSVP using the QR code or following the link below!
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04/29/2026
Going to take a look...
Looking for practical guidance you can actually use?
Our How-To Guides break down key topics in evidence-based literacy instruction so families and educators can take action with confidence.
✔️ Understand what to look for
✔️ Know what to ask
✔️ Support stronger reading outcomes
Explore the guides: https://improvingliteracy.org/tag/how-to-improve-literacy-outcomes/
12/24/2025
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12/24/2025
Happy Holidays to all of our families! May you find light and cheer during this season!
12/12/2025
Find out more about Marlisa and all of our amazing tutors at www.brightwordslearning.com
12/12/2025
Great work parents can do at home!
The Alphabetic Principle: Linking Sounds to Letters
An early skill in learning to read has as much to do with hearing how words sound as it does with seeing how words are written. Phonological awareness involves being able to recognize and manipulate the sounds within words. An example of phonological awareness is hearing in your mind the word create...
12/05/2025
Find out more about Heather and all of our tutors at www.brightwordslearning.com
12/03/2025
For local families...
🏀 Last chance! Get your Tickets to the Blazers Game by Dec 8th! 🏀 - https://mailchi.mp/decodingdyslexiaor/portland-trail-blazers-15905789