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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.

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

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
If a child memorizes ten words, the child can read only ten words, but if a child learns the sounds of ten letters, the child will be able to read 350 three-sound words.
— Dr. Martin Kozloff - The Sweet Science of Reading

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!

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if my child needs extra reading support?
How do I know if my child needs extra reading support?
If your child struggles with recognizing letters, decoding words, or reading fluently for their age, they may benefit from an evaluation.
What age groups do you work with?
What age groups do you work with?
We work with elementary school aged children, offering tailored programs for beginning, intermediate, and advanced readers.
How long does the evaluation process take?
How long does the evaluation process take?
The initial assessment typically takes 45–60 minutes, followed by a review meeting to discuss results and next steps.
What is the Science of Reading, and why is it effective?
What is the Science of Reading, and why is it effective?
The Science of Reading is a research-based approach focusing on children's reading skills. It uses proven methods to teach phonics, fluency, and comprehension.
What are the main differences between your programs?
What are the main differences between your programs?
Each program focuses on specific skills:
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 more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go
— Dr. Seuss - INSPIREMYKIDS

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