Reading Instruction
Reading struggles don't fix themselves — and they are rarely the child's fault. Most students who have difficulty reading, spelling, or writing have not received instruction that matches how the brain actually learns language. At Peak Reading Solutions, we use Evidence-Based Literacy Instruction (EBLI), a structured linguistic approach that teaches students to decode words by connecting sounds to print systematically. Our tutors work one-on-one with students in Colorado Springs and online, from early elementary through high school and beyond.
Evidence Based Literacy Instruction (EBLI)
The method of Structured Linguistic Literacy initiates teaching by starting with a word, dissecting it into its distinct sounds, presenting the corresponding letter(s) for each sound (spelling), and subsequently combining those sounds to pronounce the word. Both reading and spelling are addressed within a single activity, employing a unified process. This approach is based on the recognition that these processes are interchangeable and rely on the same code. In the case of emerging readers, after mastering the basics of the simple code (where one letter represents one sound), they progress to instruction in the more intricate code.
EBLI benefits struggling readers through its systematic and explicit approach to literacy instruction. The program offers individualized support, incorporating a multi-sensory approach to engage various senses. It seamlessly integrates reading and writing, reinforcing the reciprocal relationship between these skills. EBLI's flexibility allows for tailored instruction in different settings. With a focus on comprehension and quality writing, it provides holistic support for struggling readers.
Who We Work With
Our reading instruction is particularly effective for students who have been diagnosed with dyslexia or suspected dyslexia, students who are significantly behind grade-level peers in reading or spelling, students who completed a phonics program but still struggle with fluency or spelling, twice-exceptional students who are bright but cannot decode reliably, and students who have had other tutoring that did not produce lasting results.
If this describes your child, you are in the right place.