Why Can't Our Kids Read? (And How to Help Them)

We're back just in time for Family Literacy Month this November! In this episode, we're diving into an important discussion relevant to parents everywhere - how kids really learn to read. Join Jessi and Erin with a special guest, Chad Aldeman, creator of Read Not Guess. This free, online resource is helping families and schools shift toward Structured Literacy, which is focused on letter sounds and builds difficulty as a child progresses with the goal of creating fundamental building blocks for comprehension and critical thinking.     In this episode learn all about:  📉Current U.S. literacy statistics  📖Practical, evidence-based ways to support your child’s reading journey at home  🚩How to spot a child struggling to read  💡Benefits of science-based reading instruction    Episode #22, November 2025  For more resources on this topic, check out our topic guide: Resource Guide Episode 22