It sounds like this student has a problem with expressive language; he is receiving and processing information correctly, he has trouble communicating what he knows.

In first grade, the beginning reader is faced with the task of learning to match sound to print.

Under the federal law, IDEA, such a student must be evaluated with test instruments that are in his/her primary language.

Learning even just one language is a complex process. But young children have the potential to learn more than one language.

Much of the information on the Colorín Colorado website is applicable to all English language learners, not just those whose first language is Spanish.

It is important to remember that comprehension instruction does not just occur after reading is completed.

Yes. You will therefore need to decide if you want your child to maintain his skills in your native language. Consider your long-term goals.

As a parent, you play a critical role in helping your children develop into good readers!

Talking to your child regularly lays the foundation for her language and literacy development.

Reading is a very complex process, which requires decoding, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension.