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Now that we understand the strands of skilled reading, how do we actually teach them? In part two of our series on the Scarborough Reading Rope, we shift to practical strategies you can use at home to build decoding, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. With examples for different ages and tools for supporting struggling readers, this episode will help you create a well-rounded reading routine that grows with your child.

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Teaching Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@TeachingChannel/videos

Edutopia - https://www.edutopia.org/

The Scarborough Reading Rope - https://www.lexialearning.com/blog/what-is-scarboroughs-reading-rope

Science of Reading - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Science_of_reading

Science of Reading Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/science-of-reading-the-podcast/id1483513974

Bananagrams - https://amzn.to/46a4WtW

Junior Scrabble - https://amzn.to/3NEPJuH

Most Common Words in English - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Most_common_words_in_English

The Reading Brain - https://youtu.be/dWWCmuAEBB4?si=yq5p8LE5sfJhxxJv

Reading Assessments - https://www.readingrockets.org/topics/assessment-and-evaluation/articles/early-reading-assessment-guiding-tool-instruction

Build Your Library - https://buildyourlibrary.com/

Right Start Math - https://rightstartmath.com/

Math Mammoth - https://www.mathmammoth.com/

All About Reading - https://www.allaboutlearningpress.com/

Explode the Code - https://www.epslearning.com/products/explode-the-code-2nd-edition

Logic of English - https://logicofenglish.com/

Types of Graphic Organizers - https://www.graduateprogram.org/blog/effective-graphic-organizers-for-student-learning/

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What exactly goes into learning to read, and why can it be so tricky? In this first episode of a two-part series, we break down the Scarborough Reading Rope, a powerful model that explains the many skills involved in becoming a fluent reader. You'll learn about the two main components, word recognition and language comprehension, and how they work together over time. Whether you're just starting to teach reading or trying to understand a child’s struggles, this episode gives you a clear roadmap.

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Overcooked - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Overcooked

The Scarborough Reading Rope - https://www.lexialearning.com/blog/what-is-scarboroughs-reading-rope

Science of Reading - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Science_of_reading

Science of Reading Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/science-of-reading-the-podcast/id1483513974

The Reading Brain - https://youtu.be/dWWCmuAEBB4?si=yq5p8LE5sfJhxxJv

Reading Assessments - https://www.readingrockets.org/topics/assessment-and-evaluation/articles/early-reading-assessment-guiding-tool-instruction

Build Your Library - https://buildyourlibrary.com/

Right Start Math - https://rightstartmath.com/

Math Mammoth - https://www.mathmammoth.com/

All About Reading - https://www.allaboutlearningpress.com/

Explode the Code - https://www.epslearning.com/products/explode-the-code-2nd-edition

Logic of English - https://logicofenglish.com/

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We all want our kids to think clearly, question wisely, and solve problems with confidence, but how do we actually teach critical thinking? In this episode, we unpack what critical thinking really means and why it's essential in a world full of information and distraction. You'll learn how to start fostering these skills at home, no matter your child’s age or learning style.

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Keep and eye out for our Travels Through Time YouTube series

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Gravity Maze - https://amzn.to/45h3Xb4

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Zombie Kids - https://amzn.to/4qZ5vyK

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Cat Crimes - https://amzn.to/4bFPZU7

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Today we talk about our Homeschool Plan for 2026. Strap in and enjoy the weird and the wild and the normal.

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Build Your Library - https://buildyourlibrary.com/

Blossom and Root - https://www.blossomandroot.com/

Right Start Math - https://rightstartmath.com/

Math Mammoth - https://www.mathmammoth.com/

All About Reading - https://www.allaboutlearningpress.com/

Explode the Code - https://www.epslearning.com/products/explode-the-code-2nd-edition

Evan Moor Grade 3 Spelling - https://amzn.to/4q9T2s2

Harcourt Family Press - https://www.amazon.com/stores/Flash-Kids-Editors/author/B01D0MJCKI

180 Days of Social Studies Grade 4 - https://amzn.to/4suJwkW

Hearth and Story - https://www.hearthandstory.com/

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Some days it feels like pulling teeth just to get your kids to open a book or pick up a pencil. In this episode, we’re digging into the challenge of homeschool motivation. What do you do when your kids just aren’t interested? We’ll explore practical ways to spark curiosity, reduce resistance, and build buy-in without constant power struggles. If homeschool is starting to feel like a daily battle, this episode is packed with real-world strategies to bring back the joy.

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Stardew Valley - https://www.stardewvalley.net/

De-Schooling Part 1 - https://homeschooltogether.fireside.fm/329

De-Schooling Part 2 - https://homeschooltogether.fireside.fm/331

Homeschool Burnout - https://homeschooltogether.fireside.fm/89

When Big Commitments Lead to Big Burnout - https://homeschooltogether.fireside.fm/404

Get On The Floor - https://homeschooltogether.fireside.fm/363

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