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Need reading support?
TRA helps families build confident readers through structured literacy support and encouragement.
The Reading Alliance
May 252 min read


What reading support should feel like.
Calm. Encouraging. Structured. Supportive.
The Reading Alliance
May 252 min read


Small reading wins deserve celebration.
When parents think about reading progress, they often imagine big milestones. Finishing an entire book independently. Reading fluently out loud.Moving up grade levels. Watching their child suddenly become a “strong reader.” And while those moments are beautiful, real reading growth often begins much smaller than that. Sometimes progress looks like: sounding out one difficult word correctly trying again after frustration reading one extra sentence staying calm during practice
The Reading Alliance
May 252 min read


Blending sounds takes practice.
Reading is built sound-by-sound, step-by-step. Slowing down helps children feel successful.
The Reading Alliance
May 252 min read


Your child is not behind forever.
Children grow at different rates. The right support can change everything.
The Reading Alliance
May 253 min read


3 minutes of reading practice still counts.
Learning can happen in the car, at dinner, or before bedtime. Small moments add up.
The Reading Alliance
May 252 min read


Reading growth takes consistency, not perfection.
Small reading moments every day create long-term confidence and progress.
The Reading Alliance
May 252 min read


Guessing words is different from reading.
Strong readers decode words step-by-step instead of relying on memory or pictures.
The Reading Alliance
May 252 min read


A discouraged reader stops practicing.
Confidence plays a huge role in literacy growth. Encouragement matters more than perfection.
The Reading Alliance
May 252 min read


A child can be very smart and still struggle with reading.
Reading difficulties are not a sign of low intelligence. Many children simply need explicit step-by-step instruction and support.
The Reading Alliance
May 252 min read


What advice do you have for parents with struggling readers?
The best course of action for parents who are struggling to navigate the school systems on behalf of their children is to have their...
The Reading Alliance
Jan 1, 20251 min read


Which is better suited for dyslexic students?: an IEP or 504 Plan?
Both 504 Plans and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) can provide official school assistance for students who have been...
The Reading Alliance
Jan 1, 20252 min read


Is early intervention important for kids with dyslexia?
Since dyslexia can frequently be avoided with effective instruction, early intervention is crucial. Early screening is part of it...
The Reading Alliance
Jan 1, 20252 min read


Teach your Child to Read in 3 easy steps
For many of us, teaching our children to read is taxing. If you have no prior teaching or education experience , you don't know where to...
The Reading Alliance
Dec 27, 20243 min read


Help your toddler learn how to pronounce letter sounds!
Teaching your toddler letter sounds can be very simple! First, you need to teach each phoneme separately, connecting the image of the...
The Reading Alliance
Dec 24, 20243 min read


The Literacy Gap: Understanding Why Minority Children Are Behind in Arizona Literacy Scores
Arizona has been grappling with a significant educational challenge—minority children are falling behind in literacy scores...
The Reading Alliance
Aug 8, 20244 min read


Diversifying the Education Pipeline: The Importance of Cultural Competency in Classrooms
In today's increasingly diverse world, cultural competency in classrooms has become a critical component of effective teaching and learning.
The Reading Alliance
Aug 8, 20243 min read


Diversifying the Education Pipeline: The Importance of Men of Color in Early Education Classrooms
In the realm of early education, diversity and representation play crucial roles in shaping young minds. Among the most significant yet...
The Reading Alliance
Aug 8, 20243 min read


Science of Reading: Elementary-Aged Children are Struggling with Early Literacy, What's the Solution?
As parents, educators, and caregivers, one of our most significant roles is to support young learners as they develop essential reading...
The Reading Alliance
Aug 7, 20243 min read
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