FOR CHILDREN
Reading and Writing
Understanding Reading and Writing
Reading and writing are fundamental skills that form the foundation of a child’s education and communication abilities. Reading skills involve recognising words, understanding text, and comprehending stories and information. Writing skills include the ability to express thoughts clearly and accurately through written language. Strong reading and writing skills are essential for academic success and effective communication.
Common Signs of Reading and Writing Issues
Identifying reading and writing issues early can make a significant difference in a child’s academic journey. Common signs include:
Reading Issues:
- Difficulty recognising letters and words
- Trouble understanding and remembering what they read
- Slow and laboured reading
- Frequent guessing at words instead of sounding them out
- Difficulty with phonemic awareness tasks, such as rhyming or identifying sounds in words
Writing Issues:
- Difficulty forming letters and writing legibly
- Trouble organising thoughts and ideas on paper
- Frequent spelling errors and poor grammar
- Struggling to write complete sentences or coherent paragraphs
- Avoidance of writing tasks
Our Approach to Treatment
Our treatment plans are tailored to meet the unique needs of each child, using the latest research and proven techniques to enhance reading and writing skills.
Personalised Therapy Plans: Each child receives a customised therapy plan designed to improve their reading and writing abilities. These plans include a variety of engaging and interactive activities that focus on building foundational skills and fostering a love for reading and writing.
Reading Intervention: To address reading difficulties, we use evidence-based strategies such as phonics instruction, sight word recognition, and comprehension techniques. These activities help children improve their decoding skills, fluency, and understanding of texts.
Writing Intervention: Our writing interventions focus on helping children develop fine motor skills for writing, organize their thoughts, and use correct grammar and spelling. We incorporate fun and creative writing exercises to make the process enjoyable and effective.
Multisensory Learning: We use multisensory approaches to enhance reading and writing skills, engaging multiple senses to reinforce learning. This includes activities like tracing letters in sand, using manipulatives, and integrating visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learning methods.
Interactive and Play-Based Learning: Our therapy sessions are designed to be enjoyable and motivating for children. We use a variety of interactive and play-based learning methods to make reading and writing activities fun and effective.
Take The First Step
Take the first step towards enhancing your child’s reading and writing skills.
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