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Sally sold seashells by the seashore. Try reading and saying that aloud 5 times fast! Some will bet that you can’t, but Superprof can bet that reading and having fun with words and comprehension can be just as easy as Sally selling those seashells.

Building confidence in reading doesn’t happen overnight and neither does hoping to be better at reading. It all starts with the first step towards seeking help and simply wanting to improve in an area you wish to be stronger in, and Superprof can get you there. 

Did you know English lessons with a particular focus on reading can help improve the speed at which you currently read? Sign up with a Superprof tutor and pick up reading tips on how to further enhance your reading skills with some of the best and most inspiring texts to tackle along the way. Make reading fun again and discover the joy of literature and learning.

Superprof can pair you with highly qualified and experienced tutors. All of them are eager to help improve areas such as spelling, grammar, phonics, academic writing, and creative thinking and offer both in-person and virtual lessons. 

Choose your reading level, scroll through our Superprof tutor profiles, and pair with someone that best understands your unique needs and reading goals. With all of this in mind, now is a wonderful time to get back into the joy of reading!

Benefits of Reading

Although many adults would say that they are able to read, there is a big difference between being a basic or 'passive' reader and being able to call oneself a skilled or 'active' reader. Passive readers may simply read the words on a page without interacting with the text on any level and never reaping any of the helpful benefits of reading.

Active readers generally have a stronger vocabulary bank, focus and concentration, memory, and writing skills. 

A skilled reader can also benefit from having a photographic memory and is able to recall information as it appeared on the page. Unfortunately not something that can be taught, but through enough reading, practice can be gained as a new skill.

Remaining on the subject of reading benefits, it can help you to improve your analytical skills and enhance your ability to think critically and logically. These skills, along with the previously mentioned perks of reading, all impact the ease at which you can interpret texts on a much higher, richer level.

Aside from academic benefits, reading also has deeper connections to our overall health and well-being.

Health and psychology experts agree, reading has a drastic improvement on brain connectivity, empathy, and quality in sleep while reducing blood pressure, heart rate, stress, and symptoms of depression. 

Did we forget to mention that being a lifelong reader can have a significant benefit in preventing cognitive decline as you age too? 

Helpful Reading Strategies

No one wants to be a mindless zombie reader who zones out in the middle of a page and Superprof would like to offer some helpful tips before you begin your reading lessons to help keep you engaged. 

First, build a list of questions about the reading both before and after. This can be written down or mentally drawn up. Actively listening helps generate reading inquiry and boosts overall reading comprehension. 

Second, pace yourself and feel free to break up the reading into smaller sections. Using a piece of paper to block out huge paragraphs is a great technique to do so. Remember it’s not a race so take your time and enjoy!

And lastly, summarize what you have read. We like to think of summarizing as if you are sharing what you have read in a few brief sentences to a friend. Practicing this will make material stick and keep your reading brain active.

Be sure to include these helpful tips when you begin your lessons as they will assist your reading progress!

Read, Laugh, Love

Every student learns differently and that goes for reading too! Our Superprof tutors understand that the learning process is a student-centered approach, one that is focused on the interests and goals of each unique individual. 

Reading is a lifelong skill and you deserve to be proficient. Entrust our Superprof tutors to take your learning strengths, adapt them into lessons in ways that feel relatable to you, and build your reading confidence in a fun and stress-free environment.

Whether your reading books are coursework related, you wish to read classic English literature, or looking for improvement on general reading, we recommend a couple of fan-favorite books to be on the lookout for:

All of William Shakespeare’s classics novels, the Great Gatsby, 1984, The Catcher in the Ray, To Kill A Mockingbird, Pride and Prejudice, and Moby Dick. Chances are they are most likely your tutor’s most cherished books as well!

And seeking help is the best step towards improving any skill. Improving your reading alone does not have to be a solo, nerve-racking pursuit. So leave behind your reading worries and concerns and match with an experienced tutor to get started on your progress. It’s time we unlock your reading potential, don’t you?

Find a Tutor near you!

Reading in any language is very important to improving your overall ability to communicate in that language. However, it is especially important to read to help you improve in key areas such as vocabulary, spelling, grammar, and writing. 

Reading can also expose you to a new variety of words, widening your vocabulary and your understanding of a broader range of topics, qualities that relate to your overall ability to write and speak.

So while reading, you are simultaneously strengthening your English language core.

And having that foundational knowledge of reading can have lasting benefits to boost test scores, professional writing, career opportunities, as well as personal health and wellness too!

So while you were busy reading this, you were also helping yourself. Reconnect your reading skills and book your Superprof lessons in Los Angeles today! You won’t regret it!