How We Teach
At Steady Steps Tutoring, we believe that every child holds within them a universe of potential, and reading is the key that unlocks it. This dedicated page is designed to be your guide through the enriching curriculum we offer, illuminating the path to literacy that every young mind deserves.
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As parents, your aspiration for your child’s success becomes our mission. Our webpage serves as a beacon, highlighting the transformative journey your child will embark on through our tutoring services. Here, we showcase the cornerstones of our approach and how we use our teaching materials: Phonics for Reading and Secret Stories®, two proven strategies that intertwine to create a harmonious learning experience for your little ones.
Personalized Attention
Customized Learning within Group Dynamics
Our lessons at Steady Steps Tutoring are crafted to seamlessly transition from group learning to personalized attention. We begin with a quick, engaging teaching session, laying the groundwork for the topic at hand. This is followed by a group practice session, where students collaborate and learn from each other, fostering a sense of community and shared discovery. The core of our approach, however, lies in the individualized practice that follows, where our tutors offer tailored support to each student. This method ensures:
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Collaborative Skills: Group practice encourages teamwork and peer interaction.
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Personalized Support: One-on-one attention during individual practice.
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Responsive Teaching: Adaptation to each student's needs in real-time.
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This approach allows us to create a learning environment where every student receives the attention they need, ensuring a balanced and comprehensive educational experience.
Inspiring Confidence,
One Page at a Time
We understand that the cornerstone of a bright future is a solid foundation in reading. That's why we've tailored our curriculum to not only teach the mechanics of reading but to inspire a lifelong passion for learning.
With our carefully curated curriculum, Phonics for Reading and Secret Stories, it give us the structure for consistent progress while also allowing flexibility to explain the irregularities of english. This symbiotic union allows for us to teach the individual child with any question they have immediately when they have them.
Cultivate Joy in Learning
With vibrant, story-based phonics, we turn every lesson into an adventure. Every story is a stepping stone to literacy, sparking curiosity and a love of reading that lasts a lifetime. Our interactive approach engages young minds, ensuring that each new sound and syllable opens a door to magical worlds of knowledge and discovery.
Foster Rapid Progress
Our 6 and 12-week programs are meticulously designed to meet your child's individual learning needs, propelling them forward with confidence. Watch your child's reading skills soar as they overcome challenges and celebrate each milestone with our supportive, targeted instruction.
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Personalized Attention
Because every child is unique, our one-on-one approach ensures that they receive the nurturing guidance they need to thrive. This tailor-made focus honors your child's individual learning style, turning potential into excellence in every session. We provide the essential tools for success, fostering self-reliance in their learning with our supportive guidance just a step away.
Unlocking Language:
The Phonics for Reading Approach
Discover how Phonics for Reading transforms the way your child interacts with language. Our program focuses on teaching through high-frequency letter-sound associations, which are the building blocks of literacy. This approach aligns with recommendations from the National Reading Panel, ensuring that your child is receiving instruction that is evidence-based and effective.
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Foundation First
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Active Engagement
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Strategic Progression
We introduce only the most commonly used letter-sound connections, laying a solid foundation for future learning.
Our explicit instructional approach involves your child every step of the way - from hearing and practicing new sounds to engaging with them in various contexts.
With careful design, we ensure that new graphemes are practiced alongside those previously learned, promoting retention and reducing reliance on guesswork.
Through these steps, we not only aim to prevent reading difficulties but also to enhance the joy and confidence that come with reading mastery.
Building Blocks to Advanced Reading
Advancing from single sounds to the complex world of multisyllabic words is where Phonics for Reading truly shines. Our curriculum is carefully structured to guide students from simple to complex, ensuring they build confidence as they grow.
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Beyond Basics: As students master single-syllable words, we seamlessly transition them to tackle multisyllabic challenges, crucial for advanced reading and comprehension.
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Decoding Made Simple: By breaking down big words into decodable chunks, we turn potential frustration into achievable learning moments.
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Real-World Relevance: With an emphasis on vocabulary that your child will encounter in everyday life, our lessons have immediate practical applications.
This section of our program doesn’t just prepare students to read better—it prepares them to face academic challenges with resilience and a problem-solving mindset.
Discover the Secret to Joyful Learning!
Unlock the Magic of Reading with Secret Stories
Embark on a reading adventure where letters come alive with stories and songs! Our unique Secret Stories® curriculum transforms abstract phonics rules into engaging tales, making complex sounds easy to remember. Here's how Secret Stories® revolutionizes learning:
By turning phonics rules into stories, we tap into children's natural love for storytelling, making learning instinctive and fun.
Children see the colorful visuals, hear the catchy tunes, and act out the letter stories, ensuring the learning caters to all styles.
Kids as young as pre-kindergarten grasp advanced reading concepts, jumping ahead in their literacy journey with confidence and excitement.
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Story-Based Phonics
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Multisensory Approach
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Early Literacy Success
Dive into reading with ease and excitement, as Secret Stories turns every letter and sound into a captivating tale.
Tailored Learning for Every Young Reader
At the heart of our tutoring service is the belief that every child's path to literacy is unique. Secret Stories crafts a tailored learning experience, igniting curiosity and fostering a lifelong love for reading with each phonics 'secret' revealed. With these secrets we invite a customized learning experience:
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Individual Attention: One-on-one time ensure your child's specific needs are met, whether they're visual, auditory, or kinesthetic learners.
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Curiosity-Driven Exploration: We nurture inquisitive minds by turning every question into a teachable moment and each challenge into a step towards mastery.
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Continuous Skill-Building: With Secret Stories, learning doesn't stop at phonics; we foster critical thinking and creativity, setting the foundation for lifelong learning.
With Secret Stories, every question is a gateway to knowledge, empowering children to learn through their innate sense of wonder.
Empower Your Child's Future
Your child’s educational journey is unique and full of potential. With our comprehensive programs, your child isn’t just learning to read—they’re gaining the confidence and joy that come with mastery of language. Our dedicated tutors are committed to nurturing this journey, ensuring that each child not only meets but exceeds their literacy goals.
Personalized Learning
Every lesson is an opportunity for your child to grow with our individualized teaching methods.
Lifetime Benefits
Reading is the gateway to learning; we open this door wide, setting the stage for success across all academic areas.
Proven Strategies
Our blend of evidence-based programs ensures your child receives the best in literacy education.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Are you ready to see your child's eyes light up with the excitement of reading? To watch as they decode the world around them with newfound skill and eagerness? Reach out today, and let's discuss how our tutoring services can be the key to unlocking your child’s full potential.
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With Steady Steps Tutoring, the journey to literacy begins with a single, hopeful click. Click the button below to schedule a consultation and take the first step towards a bright and boundless horizon for your child.