When a child continues to fall behind in areas like reading or math, catching up can be difficult. In fact, there are studies that show that if a child is not at grade level in reading by the end of the 3rd grade, only 25% ever catch up.
The most common reason is that most school interventions and tutoring strategies continue to address the symptoms vs. determine and address the root cause.
For example, when a child struggles with reading, usually keys cognitive skills like memory and auditory processing are low. Memory is critical as it enables strong word recognition and the ability to retain all the odd exceptions in our language. Auditory processing is the ability to discriminate sounds and decode. Simply doing more reading does not address these weaknesses and students usually fall further behind as expectations increase.
The root cause of math struggles can vary, but is often related to low working memory or logic & reasoning. These skills enable students to grasp the concepts and perform multi-step functions, which are critical math skills.
If your child is behind in reading or math, the first step is to contact the Savage/Prior Lake LearningRx location to schedule an initial assessment. The assessment will help identify why your child is struggling, and more importantly, help determine a course of action to address the root cause and get them on a path toward greater success.
LearningRx has been an absolute game-changer for our family. My 6-year-old son is just finishing the program, and the growth we’ve seen has blown us away. His reading has taken off, his concentration is stronger, his memory is sharper, and most importantly—his confidence has skyrocketed. The staff is truly something special. Every single person is warm, patient, and genuinely invested in your child’s success. You can feel the encouragement the moment you walk through the door. They make the work fun, motivating, and tailored exactly to what each child needs. If your child is struggling in school, feeling frustrated, or you simply want to give them an incredible foundation for learning, THIS is the answer. LearningRx gives kids real skills that stick, not just temporary tricks. I’m so grateful we found this place. Highly, highly recommend!
~Cortney L., Savage, MN
*Results based on past client; you or your child may or may not achieve the same results.