
For parentsReading education13:53August 1, 2026
Why Is My Child Struggling to Read? Understanding the Five Building Blocks of Reading
Why is my child struggling to read? Nora Richman, founder of Happy Youthful Minds©, joins parent host Jenna to explore the five essential building blocks of reading: phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. Learn what parents can look for, why reading difficulties can have different causes, and how understanding a child's reading experience can help support growth.
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