At a Glance
– Reading comprehension can be challenging for kids with learning and attention issues, especially dyslexia.
– Kids must master a number of key skills to fully understand what they’re reading.
– There are ways to help struggling readers build these skills at home and at school.
Some people think of the act of reading as a straightforward task that’s easy to master. In reality, it’s a complex process that draws on many different skills. Together, these skills lead to the ultimate goal of reading: reading comprehension, or understanding what’s been read.
Reading comprehension is a challenge for some kids with learning and attention issues. That’s especially true of kids with dyslexia. Knowing the skills involved, and which ones your child struggles with, can help you get the right support.
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