Reading Fluency and Spelling Instruction

 

 

Creating Confident, Fluent Readers and Spellers 

We bridge the gap between sounding out words and true reading mastery. Using research-backed methods such as Orton-Gillingham and the Lindamood-Bell Seeing Stars® program, we help students develop the mental imagery needed for effortless reading and accurate spelling.
 

The Challenge:

Does your child struggle to "picture" words in their mind's eye? Many students can learn the (very inconsistent) rules of the English language, but still struggle to decode unrecognized words, recognize sight words, or spell accurately.
 
Students having these difficulties may:

  • Read the same word correctly on one page but forget it on the next

  • "Sound out" (decode) every single word, making reading slow and exhausting

  • Spell words phonetically (e.g., "sed" for "said") because they have not acquired enough sight words

  • Compensate by guessing words based on the first letter or picture.

Often, the missing link is symbol imagery — the ability to visualize sounds and letters within words. Without the mental imagery component, reading fluency and spelling remain an ongoing struggle.
 
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The Solution:

At Eardley Education Solutions, we don’t just ask students to try harder; we give them the cognitive tools to succeed, including strengthening the connection between language and imagery.

We incorporate elements of the Orton-Gillingham and Lindamood-Bell Seeing Stars® programs to stimulate symbol imagery. Our Adaptive Multisensory Instruction (AMI)TM methodology helps students to:
 
  • Visualize Letters: Create clear mental images of letters and word patterns
  • Improve Word Attack: Transition from slow decoding to rapid word recognition
  • Master Sight Words: Build a "visual dictionary" for irregular words that don't follow standard rules
  • Achieve Fluency: Reduce the labor of reading so students can focus on comprehending the story

How It Works:

We follow a proven 5-step framework to ensure our students achieve measurable and lasting growth:
 
  1. Evaluation: We begin with a comprehensive assessment to understand your child's unique reading and spelling profile

  2. Explanation: We sit down with you to translate the data into a clear, actionable roadmap for success

  3. Remediation: Intensive, one-on-one instruction using multisensory tools in conjunction with Orton-Gillingham and Seeing Stars® programs to build foundational skills

  4. Reflection: We utilize Curriculum-Based Measurements (CBMs) to monitor progress and adjust the plan in real-time

  5. Integration: We help your child apply their new fluency to their school curriculum, fostering independence and confidence in the classroom
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The Results:

  • Confidence Boost: When reading becomes easier, school anxiety decreases

  • Academic Independence: Students gain the tools to tackle grade-level texts on their own

  • Lifelong Literacy: We "re-wire" the way the brain processes information, leading to lifelong reading and writing success
Farah Perez
Farah Perez

Parent

Eardley Education completely changed how my son sees himself as a reader and a student. He is dyslexic and once struggled in single-digit percentiles, avoiding participation and carrying a lot of frustration.

Today, he is nearly at grade level, earning A’s in reading, succeeding in cold reads, and participating confidently in class. Most importantly, he believes in himself and feels that school is easy for the first time.

After years of work and support, Eardley didn’t just improve his reading skills—they changed his entire school experience and made what once felt impossible possible.

Are you ready to unlock your child’s reading potential?
Every child has the potential to be a fluent reader. Let’s start the journey together.