Is your child a reluctant reader? Does he or she dislike reading? Have they always struggled with reading – perhaps it just never really “caught on”? Are you concerned they are falling behind or may be unprepared for future grades as the schoolwork (and the reading assignments) get more challenging? If so, Fit Learning can help get your reluctant reader...[ read more ]
Does your learner struggle with retaining information? Do you find that they initially grasp the concepts and complete the homework, but then can’t recall or apply that information for a test or later in the school year? Does your student often get frustrated when unable to remember what they’ve already “learned”? If so, you aren’t alone. We hear this concern...[ read more ]
Do you have an older learner struggling to learn how to read? Or a learner who can read but not smoothly or confidently — or who dreads every second of it? Perhaps you’ve heard about the effectiveness of Science of Reading methods (such as phonics) but figured they were just for young kids just starting to read. You may have...[ read more ]
You’ve likely heard of the Science of Reading. Perhaps you saw our blog post discussing it. For those of us in the education realm, it seems like it’s in the news nearly every day, with many states, regions, and school districts adopting a Science of Reading approach. There’s even a trending podcast series about it. And for good reason ......[ read more ]
You’ve heard about parents getting tutoring to help young children through school. But how young is too young? Is kindergarten too early to start tutoring? It’s a great question, and the short answer is “no.” In fact, kindergarten tutoring helps establish a firm foundation for later grades. The benefit of kindergarten tutoring isn't only in academics. Rather, providing that extra...[ read more ]
Is your learner struggling in school this year? Having difficulty grasping or retaining the material covered in class? Falling behind compared to peers? If so, you may be considering tutoring for your child. It’s critical to note that teaching and learning approaches vary quite a bit. Fit Learning stands out from all the rest. It uses an alternative teaching method that...[ read more ]
Are you worried about your child’s learning progress? Concerned about delays or difficulties in core subject areas? Stressed because the pandemic has left your learner falling behind or in constant catch-up mode? Fit Learning’s academic summer camp can get your learner back on track – and more. As many St. Louis families have discovered, Fit’s uniquely engaging and effective approach...[ read more ]
Do you find yourself wondering whether the Science of Reading works for your learner? Not sure what all it entails? Wondering how phonics fits into the mix? At Fit Learning, we look to the science to ensure our instructional techniques are as effective and efficient as possible. We combine that with a fun and fast-paced approach to engage and motivate...[ read more ]
Director Janice Smith talks through Dr. Kimberly Berens's new book Blind Spots: Why Students Fail and The Science That Can Save Them. In her book, Dr. Berens covers the myths about learning. Myth #2 is that we should teach to a child's strengths. What does the science say? FALSE. Education's goal is not just to teach what learners already find...[ read more ]
Director Janice Smith talks through Dr. Kimberly Berens's new book Blind Spots: Why Students Fail and the Science That Can Save Them. In her book, Dr. Berens covers the myths about learning. Myth #1 is that all learners learn differently. What does the science say? FALSE! All learning occurs through deliberate and repeated practice that is reinforced!