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07/24/2026

Is your child reading — or guessing?

Quick test: if your child reads a word on one page but can't read it on the next, they may be guessing from pictures and context, not decoding. That can be an early sign of dyslexia.

The key? Structured Literacy Instruction — teaching the way your child learns. 🔑

At READ Academy of Sacramento, children who learn differently thrive. 🌟

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07/15/2026

Not all reading IEPs are created equal. Here are 5 things every reading IEP should include — save this for your next IEP meeting.
At READ Academy of Sacramento, these aren't extras — they're just how we do school every day.
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07/10/2026

Does your child's IEP actually teach them to read?
An IEP is a legal plan — but on its own, it doesn't teach reading. Accommodations like extra time and audiobooks help your child get through the day. They don't build the ability to read. That takes structured literacy: a named program, a trained provider, and goals that measure decoding and fluency.
Our new blog breaks down the 5 things every reading IEP must include — and what to do if the school says your child "doesn't qualify."

The Short Answer An IEP is a legal plan. It sets goals, services, and accommodations, but it does not, on its

07/03/2026

This video reveals the truth behind IEPs for struggling readers. A signed IEP isn’t enough; it must include explicit, effective reading instruction, not just accommodations. Learn how to identify the key elements that make an IEP truly work and what to do if the school refuses help. Don’t settle- advocate for your child’s success. For specialized, proven reading support, visit readacademy.com today.


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This video reveals the truth behind IEPs for struggling readers. A ...

07/01/2026

“Best choice I have ever made for my child!
The structure and format of READ helped my child make tremendous gains in reading, writing, and organizing that wasn't possible in the red-taped environment of public schools.”
-K.R, READ Academy Parent Via Yelp

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06/26/2026

Take a look at this comprehensive guide to identifying early warning signs of dyslexia, covering key developmental stages from toddlerhood through school age. It aims to empower parents, caregivers, and educators by providing clear, research-backed information and practical observation points.

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Take a look at this comprehensive guide to identifying early warnin...

06/24/2026

Let's break down the alarming but crucial message many parents recently received from their child’s school: a letter stating their child is “at risk for reading difficulties.” In this video, we clarify the meaning behind the school jargon, the importance of early intervention, the limitations of typical school support, and actionable next steps for parents.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=seaI7iDpE9g

Let's break down the alarming but crucial message many parents rece...

06/19/2026

𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗗𝘆𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘅𝗶𝗮 𝗶𝗻 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱'𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴:

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗹𝘂𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻:
Slow, choppy reading.
Recognizes a word one line, forgets it the next.
Doesn't hear that words break into sounds.

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗺:
Can't sound out unfamiliar words.
Makes wild guesses.
Reads the picture instead of the actual printed word.

When These Cluster Together:
Multiple signs point to dyslexia. The good news?
Dyslexia responds to structured literacy instruction designed for how your child's brain works.
We can help. Learn more at readacademy.com!

06/17/2026

Have you noticed these signs of dyslexia in your toddler?

1. Speech and Language: Your child relies on baby talk, mispronounces familiar words, or struggles with specific syllables. They have slow vocabulary growth, frequently pause to find words, or can't retell a simple story in order.
2. Rhyming and Literacy: They struggle with nursery rhymes or recognizing basic rhyming patterns like cat, bat, rat. These are early signs of weak phonological awareness.
3. Early Reading and Writing: They struggle to remember letters, numbers, shapes, or colors. They can't recognize letters in their own name or segment sounds into words.

At READ Academy, we assess and support students from preschool through high school with evidence-based structured literacy.
Visit readacademy.com to schedule an assessment today.