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At Learning to Learn LLC, we specialize in empowering families and teachers with the tools to foster a love of reading and learning. Our blog provides actionable insights, focusing on explicit phonics instruction to build strong literacy foundations. From innovative strategies to practical tips, discover how explicit phonics instruction can transform the learning journey for every child. Let us guide you towards success in reading and education.
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Exploring the Art and Science of Reading: Combining Personal and Research-based Strategies.
The Art and Science of Reading: Almost all humans learn to speak naturally; reading and writing must be taught. Literacy begins at birth. It is rooted in early social interactions and experiences, including regular oral language and print exposure. Strong roots tend to produce stronger readers. All good readers are good decoders. Decoding should be taught until learners can accurately and independently read new words. Decoding depends on phonemic awareness: a learner's abilit

Jennifer Cimini, M.S. Ed.
Dec 28, 20231 min read


The Enduring Legacy of Dr. Seuss and His Impact on Literacy Education and Reading Tutoring
Reading Tutoring for Literacy Education 1. Rhyme Words, sounds, and language formation are taught to children through rhyme. Rhyming also helps children develop phonemic awareness, which is the realization that words are made up of separate sounds. Children can group rhyming words by listening to the similarities of the endings. 2. Nonsense words Dr. Seuss's books are full of funny, nonsense words that aren't immediately recognizable. Unlike sight words, nonsense words must

Jennifer Cimini, M.S. Ed.
Dec 24, 20231 min read


Breaking down the Five Components of Effective Reading Tutor Instruction
The five components of reading are Phonics, Phonemic Awareness, Vocabulary, Fluency, and Comprehension. These effective reading tutor components create strong, rich, and reliable reading abilities. Here are some other components of reading: Phonological awareness Alphabetic principle Vocabulary development Making inferences I love my reading tutor life! Learn more at learningtolearnllc.com

Jennifer Cimini, M.S. Ed.
Dec 19, 20231 min read


Why Understanding Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs is Crucial for Effective Reading Tutoring
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs defines self-actualization as reaching one's full potential. I provide comprehensive, personalized reading tutoring services. With my reading tutoring services, you'll gain a tailored learning plan to reach your goals. You'll learn reading strategies and have the support you need to succeed. With these tools, you'll be on your way to self-actualization.

Jennifer Cimini, M.S. Ed.
Dec 18, 20231 min read


Improving Human Literacy and Reading Skills: The Impact of a Dedicated Reading Tutor
Human literacy is the ability to use knowledge of being human to improve learning and life. It's the foundation for lifelong learning and wellbeing. Literacy skills include: Information literacy: Ability to understand facts, statistics, and data Civic literacy: Ability to become aware of public issues and participate in decision-making Critical literacy: Ability to question, examine, and respond to ideas Computer literacy: Ability to use computers to solve problems Digital li

Jennifer Cimini, M.S. Ed.
Dec 18, 20231 min read


A Reading Tutor Models Active Reading
How does a reading tutor use the active view of reading? This active view of the reading model expands the simple view to include a bridge between decoding and language comprehension. It adds self-regulation skills a reader uses to monitor their reading. https://www.readingrockets.org

Jennifer Cimini, M.S. Ed.
Dec 17, 20231 min read


1,000 Tries, A Reading Tutor, and Her Journey!
For do-it-yourself entrepreneurs, you know that navigating Google Business and indexing your website can be daunting. Well, it has been for me for the last year and a half. Throughout the process, I have had to try what feels like over 1,000 times to submit and resubmit to Google my business listing to be publicly viewable. My 1,000 Tries post title was inspired by author Kate DiCamillo, one of my favorite authors and it's because of her sharing that she had over 200 no's fr

Jennifer Cimini, M.S. Ed.
Dec 10, 20231 min read
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