Comprehension

November 25, 2016
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What are Reasonable Accommodations in State Exams?

We all have a right to be treated equally. So if a person with a disability has difficulty in accessing a service in the usual way, […]
September 10, 2016
neuroplasticity and language

Why learning a Second Language is so Good for us

I remember starting secondary school and having to choose a second language to learn. Our choice was supposed to be either French or German but so […]
August 23, 2016
Tips for a Study nook or desk

How to set up a really good Study Area

Getting a really good study area in place before the kids go back to school or college is really important. With my boys heading back to […]
July 18, 2016
Help with reading

How to help with Fluent Reading

Fluent Reading is the ability to read smoothly and automatically with expression and attention to punctuation.  The speed at which you read is called the ‘Pace’.  […]
June 27, 2016
Why meaning is necessary for reading

Why We Need to Watch out for Reading Without Comprehension

Reading without comprehension is a recurring issue raised by parents at Hummingbird Learning Centre®. Many children struggle with comprehension but when I ask them to read, usually […]
June 13, 2016
Tips to make reading easy

#4 Non-Reading Ways to get Your Reluctant Reader to Read

‘My child hates to read’. It is one of the most ticked boxes on our assessment form. Very often, the parent loves reading and wants to […]