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El mundo es
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Libres para aprender, guiados por el amor
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Desde el corazón del hogar… hacia el mundo
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La paz empieza en casa. El cambio empieza contigo
Estamos cercar de ti
Desde Maryland para el mundo.
Acompañamos a familias en más de 20 países
Lo que dicen otras familias
Cada familia tiene una historia… y todas nos inspiran.
¿Y si el aprendizaje pudiera ser libre y feliz?
Una educación sin presión. Una infancia con propósito.

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 45–60 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
6–7 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
7–9 years old
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 Parents Are Saying About Us

My 5-year-old started the program barely recognizing letters, and now he not only knows them but also understands their sounds and is beginning to blend words. Kelli’s patience and structured approach have made a huge difference. We couldn’t be happier!

Before we started, my daughter struggled with even basic words. Now she reads with confidence and enjoys it! This program has been a life-changer for our family.

The personalized approach made all the difference. My son improved his spelling and comprehension in just a few months. I can’t recommend this enough!

I was worried my daughter would fall behind over the summer, but this bootcamp gave her the boost she needed! The lessons were engaging, and she actually enjoyed learning. When school started, her teacher noticed her improvement right away!

I was amazed by the results. My child went from avoiding books to proudly reading them aloud. It’s incredible to see her confidence grow.

The step-by-step process really worked for my son. He struggled with blending sounds, and now he reads entire sentences with ease. Thank you for your dedication!

After struggling with reading in first grade, my daughter needed extra support. Thanks to this program, she has gained confidence and now reads fluently without frustration. The Science of Reading approach really works!

My son always had trouble with longer words and complex spelling patterns. With this program, he finally understood suffixes, prefixes, and advanced phonics rules. Now, he writes with so much more confidence. We highly recommend this program!

We didn’t want our son to lose what he had learned during the school year, and the Summer Bootcamp was the perfect solution. In just a few weeks, he reinforced his reading skills and returned to school feeling more confident. We loved the experience and will enroll him again next summer!
Kristen A. - mother of an 9-year-old
I’m full of praise about Kelli Anderson’s impact on my child’s reading skills. Under her guidance, my child has grown with reading comprehension, fluency, confidence, and enthusiasm. Kelli tailored lessons to fit my child’s learning style, making each session engaging and productive. Her patience, expertise, and encouragement have made all the difference, turning reading from a chore into a joy. I wholeheartedly recommend Kelli to anyone seeking a supportive and effective reading tutor.

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.
The Reading Hub
