Why Literacy is Important
Why Literacy is Important
Strong literacy skills are the foundation for success across all subjects and areas of life. When children can read fluently, comprehend what they read, and express themselves clearly through writing, they are better equipped to keep up with their studies and thrive academically. A child who reads and writes well is also more likely to stay engaged in school, feel empowered in the classroom, and succeed alongside their peers.
At its core, literacy is the ability to read, write, speak, listen, and understand effectively. It includes:
Reading comprehension – understanding and interpreting text
Written expression – clearly communicating ideas in writing
Oral communication – speaking and listening with purpose and clarity
Language skills – vocabulary, grammar, and sentence structure
Thinking skills – analyzing, reasoning, and making meaning from information.
At The Tutor House, I use a variety of evidence-based methods to support your child’s literacy development. Every child learns differently, and I tailor my instruction to meet them right where they are.
Here’s a look at the instructional methods I may use during tutoring sessions:
Students are taught how letters and sounds work together to form words — an essential foundation for strong reading skills.
Great for: Early readers and those needing help with decoding.
This approach blends phonics and comprehension by combining reading aloud, guided reading, and writing activities. It helps students grow as both readers and writers.
Great for: Developing all-around literacy skills.
A highly effective, step-by-step approach that builds reading from the ground up. It focuses on the structure of language (sounds, syllables, word parts).
Great for: Students with dyslexia or reading difficulties.
Students are guided through the full writing process — from brainstorming to publishing. They learn to express their thoughts clearly and confidently.
Great for: Strengthening writing fluency, organization, and creativity.
In one-on-one sessions, we work on reading texts just above your child’s independent level, offering support as needed.
Great for: Building confidence, fluency, and comprehension.
I teach students how to think about what they read — asking questions, making predictions, summarizing, and drawing conclusions.
Great for: Improving understanding and critical thinking.
Students collaborate with the tutor to compose written pieces. This shows them how writing works — sentence by sentence.
Great for: Modeling writing skills in a fun, supportive way.
Repeated reading and other fluency techniques are used to help your child read smoothly, accurately, and with expression.
Great for: Boosting reading speed and confidence.
I believe every child can become a strong reader and writer with the right tools, support, and encouragement.