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"Do I really have to do my exercises AGAIN?"

If you've ever heard those words from your child, this episode is for you!

In this episode of Raising Confident Readers, Coach Kennessa sits down with Coach Cami to talk about something that can be one of the hardest parts of the Vision Reading Academy program: staying consistent with daily home activities.

And they're not just talking about it as coaches. Both have been through the program with their own daughters, so they know firsthand what it's like to juggle school, family life, busy schedules, and a child who doesn't always want to cooperate.

Cami shares how her family struggled with consistency in the beginning, what finally helped them establish a routine, and how something as simple as a $1.50 donut became a surprisingly effective motivator!

They also discuss why one family's perfect routine might be a disaster for another, how to encourage children without turning every exercise session into a battle, and why sometimes a little creativity makes all the difference.

In this episode, we talk about:

• Why consistency matters and why progress can sometimes feel slow
• How to build daily exercises into an already busy family schedule
• The power of small incentives, sticker charts, and simple rewards
• Why alarms, routines, and habit stacking can make things easier
• What to do when your child absolutely refuses to cooperate
• Helping children take ownership of their progress
• Knowing when to involve siblings, Dad, or other family members
• Why understanding your child's personality is just as important as having a plan

One of our favorite takeaways from this conversation? What works for one child may not work for another, and that's okay!

Whether you're just getting started with VRA, struggling to find a rhythm, or simply looking for ideas to make daily practice a little easier, we hope this conversation gives you something new to try.

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What do you do when your child understands everything you teach them but still can't seem to figure out how to read?

Leah was asking herself that question for years. She tried different curriculums, went back to the basics over and over, and even had her son's eyes checked. Everything seemed fine, but he was still struggling.

In this episode of Raising Confident Readers, Leah sits down with Coach Kennessa to share what those years looked like, how she found Vision Reading Academy, and what finally started changing for her son.

She shares some pretty emotional moments, including the first time her son could read his own birthday cards, something she hadn't even realized mattered so much to him.

They also talk about the work it takes to stay consistent with exercises, creative ways to keep kids motivated, and something we don't talk about enough: how years of reading struggles can affect a child's confidence, even after their reading improves.

Leah's son is now in ninth grade, and his journey isn't completely finished. She's open about the progress he's made and the challenges he's still working through.

If you've ever wondered why your child is struggling to read when you know they're capable of so much more, this is a conversation worth listening to.

Looking to learn more? Head to VisionReadingAcademy.com to learn more, sign up for a free assessment, or get your questions answered.

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What happens when a mom knows something isn't quite right with her child, but isn't sure where to turn next?

In this episode of Raising Confident Readers, Coach Kennessa sits down with Kricket Hudson to share her journey as a mother who was determined to find answers for her daughter, long before reading struggles ever became an issue.

When Kricket's daughter was just two years old, she began noticing that one of her eyes would turn inward. Over the next several years, Kricket visited multiple eye doctors, explored different options, and spent countless hours researching what might be going on and what she could do to help.

She knew there had to be more to the story, and she wasn't ready to stop looking.

When she discovered Vision Reading Academy, her daughter had just turned five years old and hadn't even started formally learning to read. In fact, she was the youngest student VRA had considered working with at that time!

Her journey became something special, not only for her own family but for VRA as a whole. Working with her daughter helped inspire the development of our Reading Fundamentals program, which has since become a valuable part of how we support students of different ages and reading abilities.

Throughout this episode, Kricket shares the challenges, adjustments, little victories, and incredible growth she witnessed along the way.

Today, her daughter is thriving academically, reading above grade level, and genuinely LOVES reading!

But one of the most meaningful parts of her story isn't just her academic progress. It's the confidence she has developed along the way.

Rather than seeing herself as someone who is limited by her challenges, she has learned to recognize her own abilities, embrace what makes her unique, and approach new things knowing she can do hard things.

And while her journey isn't finished, Kricket shares why the foundation her daughter built through VRA has been so valuable as they continue exploring the next steps.

Join us for this heartfelt conversation about trusting your instincts as a parent, advocating for your child, and recognizing that every child's journey is different.

Because sometimes the greatest gift we can give our children isn't just the ability to succeed. It's the confidence to believe they can.

Looking to learn more? Head to VisionReadingAcademy.com to learn more, sign up for a free assessment, or get your questions answered.