If you have a child who is obviously bright but still struggling to read, this episode will feel like a deep breath. Maeve welcomes veteran educator Kathleen Alford to discuss children who do not fit the standard instructional mold, why phonics is not always enough, and what parents can do instead.
Teaching your child to read can feel overwhelming—even for experienced homeschool moms.
In this encouraging conversation, Maeve sits down with former literacy teacher and phonics expert Melanie Jeffrey, host of Phonics Rules for Kids.
I am a mediocre teacher. Unlike some capable, meticulous teachers, I cannot instantly hone in on why this child doesn’t grasp that concept. Then, immediately draw up a plan to get them to crush it in the next lesson. Then there’s my lack of patience, especially with...
What standards do you want for your child’s education? If the answer is “None. No standards; as long as someone else is teaching them, I don’t care,” then keep them in government school, and don’t waste your time reading this article. Also, move to Oregon. But if you have standards even so simple as, “If they graduate high school and can keep a job, then I’m happy,” you’ll want to keep reading.