On Episode 16 of The KindlED Podcast, hosts Kaity and Adriane delve into the issue of illiteracy in the country and what to do about it. They also discuss the relevance of literacy in today's society, citing troubling statistics regarding reading difficulties in schools. They also touch on The 'Reading Wars' debate, whole language vs. phonics, and the importance of early exposure to language comprehension. You'll also learn how Kaity's interest in addressing illiteracy began with her curiosity and has since evolved into a passion for teaching children how to read (including the creation of Treasure Hunt Reading). And you'll learn how you can prepare your children for reading success.

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Treasure Hunt Reading FREE download
Buy the print version of Treasure Hunt Reading
Join the Treasure Hunt Reading Facebook group
Sold a Story: How Teaching Kids to Read Went So Wrong
The Simple View Of Reading

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