Location
Sykesville, Maryland. 21784
Hours of Operation
Sun - Wed | 8 AM - 8 PM
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Empowering Confident Readers, One Child at a Time
At Reading Specialist of Maryland, we empower children with the skills they need to become confident, successful readers. With over 30 years of experience in literacy education, we use evidence-based methods grounded in the Science of Reading to deliver personalized instruction that meets each child’s unique needs.
Our mission drives us to help the next generation unlock their full potential by fostering a love for reading and building a strong foundation for lifelong learning. Together, we guide children on a transformative journey to achieve academic and personal success, one word at a time.
- 30+ years of expertise
- Science-based methods
- Personalized plans
- Skill assessments
- All reading levels
- Flexible sessions
Our Services
Helping Your Child Succeed in Reading
Empowering Young Readers Through a Proven Process
At Reading Specialist of Maryland, we provide a step-by-step process to help children become confident, capable readers. We tailor every step, from assessments to individualized instruction, to meet your child’s unique needs.
The 3-Step Process
Initial Assessments
We evaluate your child’s reading skills through in-person or virtual assessments to identify their strengths and areas for improvement.
Key Features:
- Conducted by experienced specialists.
- Focus on foundational skills like phonics, fluency, and comprehension.
- Takes approximately 45 minutes.
Review Meeting
After the assessment, we meet to share results and discuss a personalized plan for your child’s success.
Key Features:
- Clear explanation of assessment findings.
- Development of a tailored reading plan.
- Options for in-person or virtual meetings.
Individualized Instruction
Based on the evaluation, your child will begin tailored reading instruction designed to match their skill level and needs.
Key Features:
- Instruction aligned with the Science of Reading.
- Focus on building foundational, intermediate, or advanced reading skills.
- Flexible scheduling for families.
- Options for in-person or virtual instruction
Our Programs
Empowering Readers at Every Stage
Every child deserves the proper support to become a confident reader. At Reading Specialist of Maryland, we’ve designed three programs tailored to your child’s unique reading and spelling needs. From foundational skills to advanced literacy, our programs ensure success at every stage of their learning journey.
Beginning Reading Readiness
Ages
4–6 years old
Focus
Foundational literacy skills for early readers.
Details
This program is perfect for young learners just starting their reading journey. We focus on helping children recognize letters, understand letter-sound relationships, and break words into individual sounds.
- Develop phonological awareness, including word segmentation.
- Learn letter naming and letter-sound correspondence.
- Build early confidence in reading readiness.
Intermediate Reading & Spelling
Ages
7–10 years old
Focus
Strengthening reading fluency and spelling accuracy.
Details
This program helps children with a basic understanding of letters and sounds to solidify their ability to read and spell words confidently. We target skills needed for smooth reading and comprehension.
- Master letter-sound correspondence and continuous blending.
- Read high-frequency words automatically.
- Practice decoding through engaging, decodable stories.
- Understand common syllable patterns like digraphs and long vowels.
Advanced Reading & Spelling
Ages
10 and up
Focus
Mastering advanced literacy and spelling skills.
Details
For advanced readers, this program focuses on complex spelling patterns and comprehension strategies to prepare children for academic success. We help refine their skills and build fluency for more challenging texts.
- Understand and apply advanced spelling patterns, including vowel teams and diphthongs.
- Learn silent letter combinations and multi-syllabic decoding strategies.
- Explore prefixes, suffixes, and root words to expand vocabulary.
- Strengthen reading comprehension for long and complex texts.
Ready to Start Your Child’s Reading Journey?
Contact us today to begin finding the perfect program for your child. Let’s work together to unlock their full reading potential!
What Are They Saying About Us
Frequently Asked Questions
Beginning Reading Readiness: Foundational skills like phonics and letter-sound correspondence.
Intermediate Reading & Spelling: Fluency, blending, and decoding.
Advanced Reading & Spelling: Complex spelling patterns, prefixes, and suffixes.
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