The RISE Blog

The 3 cueing approach (also known as whole language or balanced literacy) to teaching reading has been a popular method in classrooms for decades. This approach involves teaching children to use...

Teaching a child to read can be an overwhelming task for many parents, especially if they don't have any prior experience or training. But, did you know that simply teaching basic letter sounds is...

Literacy is an essential skill that enables individuals to navigate through various aspects of everyday life, such as communicating effectively, accessing healthcare, and pursuing education and...

Reading is an important skill that can open up a world of opportunities for your child. But if you're feeling overwhelmed about how to start teaching your child to read, you're not alone! Don't...

A syllable is a unit of sound, or “beats” in words. They are typically made up of a single vowel, or vowel and consonant combination, and it is usually the basis for how we divide words...

When it comes to helping our children succeed academically, decoding is an essential skill. But what exactly is decoding, and why is it so important? In this blog post, we’ll go over the...

As a parent, you know that making sure your child is learning the best methods for reading and writing can be difficult. In this blog post, we’ll take a look at phonics and explain why it is...