At-Home Practices

Explore how decodable books reinforce systematic phonics instruction, strengthen decoding skills, and support early literacy for beginner readers.

It’s a common misconception that children will learn to read simply by being read to. While reading aloud is essential, many children need explicit, structured phonics instruction to become confident readers. Strong young readers don’t guess—they build phonological awareness, focus on letters and sounds, and learn that mistakes are part of the process. In this post, I break down the key skills that set young readers up for success and share practical ways parents can support

Did you struggle to learn how to read as a child—and now feel unsure how to help your own children? You’re not alone. Millions of adults were never taught phonics, and many discover later in life that their reading challenges were rooted in missing foundational skills, not ability. In this post, I explain why so many capable adults struggled with reading, how research-backed phonics instruction changes outcomes, and what parents can do now to confidently support their childr