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Tips, research and stories about teaching children to read.
Anouk Hosman·Testing Lexile Levels: Guide to Scores & Books 2026
A practical guide for testing Lexile levels. Find your child's score, interpret results, & choose books for true comprehension in 2026.
Anouk Hosman·Master Reading: Dyslexia Multisensory Learning for Kids
Unlock reading success with dyslexia multisensory learning. Explore VAKT principles, proven activities, & 10-min routines for kids 6–12.
Anouk Hosman·8 Fun Reading Activities for First Graders
Discover 8 fun, teacher-approved reading activities for first graders. Build comprehension and a love for reading with these short, engaging ideas for home.
Anouk Hosman·First Grade Reading Comprehension Passages: Your 2026 Guide
Find free & paid first grade reading comprehension passages. Our 2026 guide offers leveled texts, printables, and tips for parents & teachers.
Sebastiaan Gijs Hosman·What's new with ReadLab
The latest ReadLab update: a welcome from Pip at startup, five new avatars, clearer hints and refreshed reading texts to help kids learn to read.
Anouk Hosman·Mastering 2nd Grade Reading Level: Benchmarks & Tips
Is your child on track with their 2nd grade reading level? Discover key benchmarks, essential skills, and simple tips to boost comprehension & confidence.
Anouk Hosman·Achieve a 3rd Grade Reading Level: Our 2026 Guide
Explore what a 3rd grade reading level means. Our 2026 guide offers benchmarks, sample texts, and tips to help your child love reading and succeed.
Anouk Hosman·Reading Comprehension Practice: A 5-Minute Daily Guide
Start effective reading comprehension practice at home. This guide offers fun, 5-minute daily routines for kids 6-12, turning practice into a habit they love.
Anouk Hosman·10 Best Apps for Reading Comprehension in 2026
Discover the top 10 apps to boost your reading comprehension skills in 2026. Find the perfect app for reading comprehension to enhance learning and retention.
Anouk Hosman·Does Your Child Struggle With Reading Comprehension? Watch for These 7 Signs (+ What Helps)
Does Your Child Struggle With Reading Comprehension? Watch for These 7 Signs (+ What Helps)
Sebastiaan Gijs Hosman·Why we built our own reading comprehension app
Why we built our own reading comprehension app
Sebastiaan Gijs Hosman·Practicing Reading Comprehension at Home: 5 Fun Ways Without Worksheets
Practicing Reading Comprehension at Home: 5 Fun Ways Without Worksheets
Anouk Hosman·My child can read well but doesn’t understand what they read: How is that possible?
My Child Can Read Well but Doesn’t Understand What They Read: How Is That Possible?
Anouk Hosman·What your child will do in ReadLab
Short texts, smart questions and a level that adapts. That's how ReadLab works.
Anouk Hosman·Why two teachers are building a reading comprehension app
We are Anouk and Gijs. Teachers. Parents. And the builders of ReadLab. Read where we are building ReadLab.