Avoid Summer Learning Loss!
- Patricia Mezu LL.M, M.Ed., AMI Montessori Diploma
- Jun 26
- 3 min read
Frustrated with the lack of progress with your young child's reading in English?
Concerned about inept teaching practices in the preschool?
Looking for a system that’s easy for you to use at home and compliments any curriculum?
If you are a parent or carer of a preschooler, facing the summer with these questions, read on!
Remember that the summer break is an ideal time for catching up, NOT learning loss.
Impact the Child (ITC) Learn to Read Programme provides coaching and has answers for YOU.
Consider 4 Scenarios
📘 Scenario 1: “He/She Knows His/Her Letters… But Still Can’t Read!”
Parent Frustration:“My son can sing the ABCs and recognises all his letters, but when it comes to sounding out a word — he’s stuck. He’s been in preschool for two years. What else is he supposed to do?”
Hidden Issue:Letter recognition ≠ reading fluency. Many preschools stop at surface-level phonics.
Why It’s Imminent:By age 5+, if a child still can’t blend sounds or decode simple words, their confidence starts to erode — fast.
ITC Learn to Read Programme:The 100-year proven system moves beyond rote memorisation. We build real reading fluency - the kind that sticks.
📕 Scenario 2: “She’s Smart — But Hates Books”
Parent Frustration:“My daughter is bright and chatty, but every time I ask her to read, she either guesses wildly or refuses. She’s losing interest in stories she used to love.”
Hidden Issue:Smart kids often mask their reading struggle with guesswork or avoidance. It's emotional, not intellectual.
Why It’s Imminent:Delays in reading by age 7 increase the risk of long-term disengagement from academics and low self-esteem.
ITC Learn to Read Programme:The approach unlocks reading for every kind of learner - connecting skills and a love for books.
📗 Scenario 3: “We Were Told to ‘Wait and See’”
Parent Frustration:“We’ve raised our concerns, but the school keeps saying, ‘It’s still early — all kids learn at their own pace.’ Now my child is 6½, and nothing’s changed.”
Hidden Issue:“Wait and see” delays crucial intervention windows.
Why It’s Imminent: Depending on each child, research indicates that the brain’s best window for reading instruction is between ages 3+ and 7. Delay can mean catch-up becomes remediation.
ITC Learn to Read Programme: Our coaching method is built on proven, time-tested pedagogy that doesn’t wait - it acts when it matters most.”
📒 Scenario 4: “Why Is Everyone Else Reading Already?”
Parent Frustration:“My son is 5, and his cousins - younger than him - are already reading simple books. I try not to compare, but it’s making me nervous.”
Hidden Issue: Comparison is a symptom of deeper concern. Parents fear their child is falling behind - but don’t know what’s missing. And as a parent I know that comparison is the thief of joy. I learned to stay informed, rather than stuck in the pain of comparison.
Why It’s Imminent:This fear often becomes real in Year/Grade 1 when reading demands increase — and children who aren't ready fall into cycles of anxiety and avoidance.
ITC Learn to Read Programme:Reading readiness isn’t about chance - it’s about concrete structures and methods. The coaching Programme uses didactic and sensory resources to teach children how to read.
Concerned? Contact Patricia
If you are in any way, worried about your child's reading ability, I understand perfectly.
A good number of my clients over 12+ years have sought guidance and clarity about next steps when it comes to literacy development for young learners.
Sharing your questions and concerns in confidence, with a trusted and experienced advisor is a good start. You will receive answers and solutions.
Do away with fear, confront any form of uncertainty and choose to be informed.
As stated earlier, the summer break is the perfect time for change.
Reach out via email to Patricia Mezu M.A.Ed. for a confidential call - email with the heading "ITC Learn to Read Programme" and I will respond within a working day.
Alternatively, send me a WhatsApp message - +971505580168
I will also send you my Reading Struggles Guide for free.
Let's connect on the other side of unanswered questions!
Patricia Mezu M.A.Ed. , Director Professional Minds
Impact the Child is a subsidiary of Professional Minds
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