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The research that stopped me in my tracks (new video)

Published 2 months ago • 1 min read

Hi [First Name],

I was sitting in a professional development session on screen time — and honestly, I expected the usual. Limit the devices. Set boundaries. You know the drill.

But then the research took me somewhere I didn't expect.

One extra read-aloud session per week — just one — sustained over the first ten years of a child's life moves their standardized test scores by 15 to 30 percentile points.

Not a specialized program. Not expensive tutoring. Not a reading app.

Reading out loud together.

That number is from Jim Trelease, who spent decades compiling the research on this. And I couldn't stop thinking about it — because after 25 years in classrooms, I know how rarely families hear it.

Especially families navigating ADHD and dyslexia, who are so often handed intervention plans and skill programs — and almost never handed this.

So I made a video about it. Today I'm releasing the first in my Why I Read Aloud series. It covers the science — not in a lecture-y way, I promise — but in a way that will make you want to start tonight.

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→ Why I Read Aloud — Video 1 (YouTube) ​

Video 2 and Video 3 are coming soon. I'll send you a note when each one drops.

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See you in the video,

Kelly

National Board Certified Teacher · Reading Specialist · Learning in a Distracted World

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Reading Specialist & Learning Coach

Kelly Sutherland, NBCT, Ed.S

Empowering Parents and Educators to Unlock Every Child's Reading Potential Hi! I'm Kelly Sutherland, an educational specialist passionate about transforming how children learn to read. With years of experience in phonemic awareness and literacy development, I help parents and educators understand the science behind reading success.What I Offer: Through my platform, you'll discover evidence-based strategies that make learning engaging and effective. I specialize in breaking down complex concepts like phonemes, phonemic awareness, and multisensory learning approaches into practical, actionable guidance that works in real classrooms and homes.My Mission: Every child deserves to experience the joy of reading. Whether you're supporting a struggling reader, working with children who have Dyslexia or ADHD, or simply want to give your child the strongest foundation possible, I'm here to guide you with research-backed methods and compassionate support.What Makes My Approach Different: I believe in short, focused, and guided instruction that meets children where they are. My content combines the latest research from organizations like the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development with practical tools you can implement immediately.From phonemic awareness fundamentals to advanced reading strategies, I'll help you build confidence in your teaching approach while fostering a genuine love of learning in the children you serve.Ready to transform reading instruction? Let's unlock the magic of language together.

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