by EYP | May 15, 2026 | Guidance for Parents and Kids, Phonics and Handwriting, Video
C before E I Y makes S sound Reading is a journey filled with rules, but as any parent or teacher knows, it is the exceptions that often trip children up. One of the most common hurdles for early readers in Year 1 and Year 2 is understanding that letters don’t...
by EYP | May 15, 2026 | Guidance for Parents and Kids, Phonics and Handwriting, Video
Learning to read is one of the most significant milestones in a child’s early education. For many parents of children in Reception, Year 1, and Year 2, it can also be a time of concern. You might find yourself asking, “Is your child struggling to...
by EYP | May 8, 2026 | Guidance for Parents and Kids, Phonics and Handwriting, Video
The 3 biggest mistakes your child makes when reading It is often confusing for parents when a bright, articulate child struggles with the Year 1 phonics screening. The reality is that “clever” children are often the best at finding workarounds—like using...
by EYP | May 8, 2026 | Guidance for Parents and Kids, Phonics and Handwriting, Video
When a child relies on “guessing” based on the first letter or a picture, they aren’t actually reading; they are memorizing shapes and context. This habit often leads to a “reading slump” in later years when the pictures disappear and the...
by EYP | May 7, 2026 | Guidance for Parents and Kids, Phonics and Handwriting
If Your Kid Can’t Sound Out Words, Do This When a child relies on “guessing” based on the first letter or a picture, they aren’t actually reading; they are memorizing shapes and context. This habit often leads to a “reading slump”...
by EYP | May 7, 2026 | Guidance for Parents and Kids, Phonics and Handwriting
Why Phonics Alone Won’t Teach Your Child to Read Phonics is often hailed as the “holy grail” of early literacy. If you step into any modern elementary classroom, you’ll likely hear the rhythmic sounds of “a-a-apple” and “b-b-bat.”...
