Education Policy & Student Aid

Guides for parents and educators covering reading development, K–12 learning issues, academic red flags, early literacy, and school-based policies that affect student progress and support.

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Education Policy & Student Aid

Your 2nd Grader’s Reading Level Is a Lie: The Red Flag Every Parent Misses

Many parents feel relieved when a school says their 2nd grader is “reading at grade level,” but that number hides the biggest early-literacy red flag. A child can sound fluent and still miss the meaning entirely. This guide explains what parents should really look for and the signs that comprehension is falling behind even when levels look fine.

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