How to Improve Your Child's Reading Comprehension
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Reading the words is not the same as understanding them. Reading comprehension is a skill you can build with the right strategies.
Read actively
Encourage your child to pause and summarize what just happened, predict what comes next, and ask questions as they read. Active reading turns passive eyes into real understanding.
Build vocabulary
Comprehension and vocabulary go hand in hand. Talk about new words in context rather than just memorizing definitions.
Talk about what they read
A short conversation about a book or article does more than a worksheet. Ask why characters acted as they did, or what the main idea was.
Structured support
SparkWise English classes build comprehension alongside writing and vocabulary. See how with a free trial lesson.
Frequently asked questions
How can I improve my child's reading comprehension?
Encourage active reading: pausing to summarize, predict, and ask questions, plus building vocabulary in context.
Why does my child read but not understand?
Decoding words and understanding meaning are different skills. Comprehension strategies and vocabulary close that gap.
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