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Is Grade Retention a Magic Reset? Why More Of The Same Fails Struggling Readers (Discover What Your Child Actually Needs Without Repeating A Grade)
Are you exhausted from the mountain of report cards and school meetings? Do you feel that grade retention is the only option for your child? For a struggling reader or a dyslexic child, repeating a grade without changing the instruction is like asking them to run laps on a sprained ankle. Hope alone isn’t enough.
In this episode, I’m breaking down the pros and cons (in plain English) so you can stop second-guessing yourself and make the right decision for your family. We’ll discuss some of the research and what it actually says regarding grade retention, and why your child might not benefit…
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