Reading related programs incorporate phonics and decoding skills as well as whole language instruction. Depending on your child’s needs, tutoring may include an emphasis on word attack skills, vocabulary development, and/or improvement in listening and reading comprehension. Evaluations help identify exactly which reading and comprehension skills need the most focus, and what deficits are causing poor reading performance, disinterest in reading or poor homework habits. 

Tutoring addresses core skills such as summarizing, organizing, memorizing or making inferences that make a difference in academic success and improve test scores. Critical thinking skills apply to all academic skill areas and are incorporated in tutoring where needed, such as to improve math word problems, essay development, and reading comprehension. Writing may include skills ranging from convention, composition, style, and creativity to specific essay tests and admissions essays. Tutoring helps improve writing fundamentals, comfort, and enthusiasm.