Brooklyn Letters
1139 Prospect Avenue, Brooklyn
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I cannot express how grateful and rewarding my experience with Brooklyn Letters has been. Her tutor Ms. Daria is so knowledgeable, amazing, kind and awesome. My daughter has made so much progress in Literacy and Math and it's all … More thanks to Ms. Daria. I know my daughter is sad that she can no longer work with Ms. Daria, as she looked forward to their sessions every week. Thank you again!
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Christina was absolutely wonderful. She went out of her way to win my son over and it worked. He looked forward to her visits and his speech improved so much under her care. She was super flexible and it’s clear she truly cares. We adore … More Christina and we’re going to miss her. Almost sad he improved so much! She’s simply amazing and we can’t say enough how great she is. I would recommend her services to anyone and everyone, without hesitation. Thank you so much for connecting us with her!
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Nicole has been an amazing therapist!! She played a tremendous role in our daughter’s speech progress and overall development. She has come such a long way and we are so happy with the therapy she received!
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We could not be happier with the services Valerie provided! She is very thoughtful and knowledgeable and provided significant guidance to support our daughter's speech development outside of our scheduled sessions. She established … More a great working relationship with her, and she will definitely be missed! Your business model is amazing and it was an absolute pleasure working with Valerie. I've referred your organization and Valerie to the Executive Director of our daughter's school and friends/colleagues who are in need of speech therapy services.
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Samantha Dalmas was fantastic! We saw her for a feeding therapy evaluation and while she doesn’t think my daughter needs more feeding therapy sessions at this time, but she gave me lots of tips to try. If my daughter's doctors want … More to see more progress at her next appointment, I wouldn’t hesitate to reach out to Samantha again.
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Brooklyn Letters was recommended to me through a friend's speech therapist friend in NJ. The articulation evaluation for my daughter went well. We were pleased with Kristin's services.
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We cannot say enough good things about Effie, the ASL teacher, who was so engaged and effective with our 2 year old daughter from the very first session! Effie gladly included our whole family in the sessions! Her expertise and fantastic … More personality gave our daughter a way to communicate that she was so desperately seeking. The coordinators at Brooklyn Letters were so helpful and communicative…I would highly recommend their services!
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Melissa was wonderful. Our daughter warmed to her immediately and by the time she left, had already started "practicing" some of the techniques Melissa had shown her. I will not hesitate at all to reach out to Melissa again, should … More the need arise.
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Aileen was INCREDIBLY helpful to us, both in assessing possible origins of my grandson's food aversions, as well as informing us of various available interventions to consider.
I can’t thank you and Brooklyn Letters enough for connecting … More us with Aileen. In all our feeding therapy journey we have not gotten anything near the kind of benefit that we did from her. Her knowledge, professionalism, and responsiveness have put us on the path of progress with my grandson and has also made us feel genuinely well cared for. -
We were amazed with Allison! She met my son at 2 1/2 years old, not speaking much at all, and over a computer, and she was able to develop a bond and friendship, so much so that he would look forward to his weekly computer time with Allison. … More I was not sure how the speech therapy would go- but we are so happy that we tried it out and continued. It allowed my son to gain confidence in his speech, make a new friend :), and also give him the skills and a bit of understanding of how to shape his mouth or where to place his tongue to make the proper sounds. We were extremely happy with Allison- she was fantastic to work with.
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My sessions with Karen have been extremely helpful. My speech has improved tremendously. In fact, I just finished 2 hours of conducting interviews with a consulting client via MS Teams and I have an upcoming conference call. Both my … More neurologist and neurosurgeon remarked about how good my speech is. Much of the day it is perfect, although I still have some rough spots when I get tired or speak too quickly. One of my granddaughters is a speech pathology student at Ithaca College. She sat in on 2 sessions while she was home for winter break, and she was very impressed with Karen.
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We were delighted with Christie. First, and most importantly, our son made great strides under her guidance. So great, that we felt he no longer needed help! She was incredibly patient and kind with him and our son really responded to … More her. Christie was also great with me and my wife. She provided thorough and informative updates on our son's progress and which exercises she was using with him, so we could reinforce what she was teaching him. All in all, we had a fabulous experience with Christie and would highly recommend her.
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Theo was wonderful and his work with my son has produced some progress. I am grateful for the services Theo provided.
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Highly recommend Jill. She is a total pleasure to work with. After a few months working with Jill, my son is reading above grade level and LOVES to read. Mission accomplished!
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Paige was great and we had been really happy with her. I would highly recommend her! I recommend Brooklyn Letters to whomever asks for a speech therapist.
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Isabel was WONDERFUL and our son absolutely adored her, and he is making great progress with his reading and writing.
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Theo was fantastic with our 4yo son. We were very worried that his progress would fall off when we had to switch to remote sessions, but Theo kept our son happy and engaged through the screen. Highly highly recommend!
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We've been working with Theo from Brooklyn Letters for close to 4 months now and the results are apparent; our daughter has vastly improved her speech in a relatively short amount of time. We make "Theo Day" a celebration … More in our house with pancakes for breakfast, and the enthusiasm is matched in the sessions. Theo is fun, patient, professional, and caring, and he gives us the tools to take the lessons beyond the session. Thank you Theo, and Brooklyn Letters, for helping our daughter express herself.
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I worked with Alina to enhance my pronunciation, tone, and pacing while communicating socially and in a work environment. She was great to work with and clear about goals and learning objectives. The improvement from day 1 has been tremendous! … More
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Cathy has been excellent with us and our son. We will sorely miss her. He has improved significantly with Cathy’s help. Cathy was a true partner with us, especially as we pursued additional help through our son’s school system.
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We really loved working with Alina, she is so fantastic. Patient yet firm, and determined the best course of action very clearly and succintly for us. And it all transitioned so well to Zoom as well. I will definitely be back in touch for … More services for our other child after summer break!
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Vera was amazing! My 11 yo daughter made progress so quickly and really looked forward to her sessions. She was kept motivated and engaged.
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The work that Allison P. did with our daughter over the years has been invaluable to us. Our daughter had such a good relationship with Allison, and it allowed them to work really well together - even remotely these past 6 months. This … More year, Allison went above and beyond by helping us throughout the neuropsych eval we did, trying to re-open our daughter's IEP at her school, and eventually landing her at our chosen school. She was in contact with our daughter's teachers, with the neuropsychologist, and made herself available as a reference to speak on behalf of our daughter's learning differences.
Allison stopped by our house last week to give our daughter cupcakes and say goodbye, and I literally cried with appreciation for what an amazing speech therapist she has been. She has been our daughter's biggest champion. The new families that she will work with this year are lucky to have her. -
Sydney was great! Our son was sad to end his sessions with her, which says a lot. We appreciated her honest assessment of his skill level, and he now has materials to self monitor and practice. Thank you!
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Our experience with Theo was terrific. Theo was great with my son. He developed a positive relationship with him based on sincerity, respect, trust and a deep personal connection. In their lessons, Theo was encouraging, creative and kind. … More He helped our son understand how to differentiate the sounds he made when he spoke, and gave him great exercises to practice every week between lessons. Our son was sorry to have the lessons come to an end, but recognized that Theo had helped him as much as possible and it was time for him to stop. Theo explained to him (and us) how to keep working to get the last 5%, and encouraged him to keep working on the exercises on his own. I have recommended Theo to another parent who noticed my son's improvement and inquired for her own son.
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"I have nothing but wonderful things to say about Michelle Macroy-Higgins. We are extremely pleased with her work with our daughter. I was so grateful for my daughter to have a speech therapist who is a researcher (specialty in late … More talkers), graduate professor and practitioner. Her expertise was clearly evident in our conversations and work with our daughter. She was very responsive to my questions and often sent articles and other materials about language development that I found helpful. Thankfully, my daughter's speech improved tremendously. Michelle developed such a warm relationship with my daughter. My daughter was always excited to see Michelle and would greet her at the door with a big hug. Lastly, I would add that Michelle always demonstrated empathy with me as a mother who was initially worried about her daughter's language development. I could go on and on about how pleased we were with Michelle's work."
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Theo is a wonderful Clinton Hill speech therapist. We were really pleased with him. Our son showed drastic improvement, not only in his speech but in his confidence.
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Alexa has been an enthusiastic, reliable, well prepared and caring teacher for our 6 year old daughter. She has been able to improve and increase our daughter's confidence lesson by lesson with patience and competence; through varied … More and productive didactic practice. Alexa has engaged our daughter in several activities that always kept her motivated and eager to learn literacy. My wife and I, both of us are educators, feel so fortunate to have had the opportunity to observe Alexa's pedagogical skills. Alexa has had a big impact on our daughter literacy growth. Thank you Brooklyn Letters!
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We were absolutely DELIGHTED with Marsha's services. She was wonderful. We found her to be kind, fun, engaging, very knowledgeable. She provided us with clear instructions and additional written handouts each week. She engaged our … More son with different techniques and toys, and showed us how to use her techniques when we were interacting with him. I actually just texted her on Saturday - Our son finally said "more" - one of the target words we had been working on with her. It was a total joy to hear, and I had to share it with her - she wrote back immediately to congratulate us. I am so appreciative of her expertise, and wish we could have seen her for longer. I recommended her to another family in our neighborhood who is looking for a speech therapist.
Understanding the Importance of Test for Reading Level
The reading level is an important factor to consider when writing any text. Whether you’re writing an essay for school, a blog post, or a business document, it’s important to make sure your language is appropriate for the intended audience. Fortunately, there are a number of tests available to help you measure the reading level of your text and ensure that it’s understandable by the intended readers. In this blog post, we’ll discuss the different types of tests you can use to measure the reading level of your text and how to use them.
Purpose of a Test for Reading Level
Testing for reading level is important for assessing an individual’s ability to read and understand written text. The test can be used to evaluate comprehension, vocabulary, and fluency of written text. It can be used to determine a student’s grade level, measure progress, and identify areas of improvement. It can also be used to determine whether an individual is ready for college-level coursework or can benefit from remediation.
Tests for reading level can have a variety of uses. It can be used to screen for special education services or placement into gifted programs. It can also be used in the workplace to assess an individual’s reading ability and understand job-specific material. Employers may also use the test as part of the hiring process to ensure a potential employee can read and comprehend instructions and policies.
Tests Available to Measure Reading Level
Standardized tests are consistent, standardized measurements of a student’s reading level, typically based on grade-level expectations. Examples of standardized tests include the Woodcock-Johnson Tests of Achievement and the Scholastic Reading Inventory. These tests provide an overall assessment of a student’s reading level and are used to measure progress over time.
- Informal assessments are used to supplement the standardized tests. These tests measure a student’s understanding of concepts such as phonics, comprehension, fluency, and vocabulary. Examples of informal assessments include the DIBELS Oral Reading Fluency Test and the Gray Oral Reading Test. These tests are designed to provide more detailed information about a student’s reading level.
- Diagnostic assessments are used to identify specific areas of difficulty in a student’s reading skills. Examples of diagnostic assessments include the Test of Word Reading Efficiency and the Test of Reading Comprehension. These tests are intended to help teachers and parents target areas where a student needs extra help.
- Progress monitoring tests are typically administered to measure a student’s progress in reading over a period of time. Examples of progress monitoring tests include the Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills and the Maze Passage Test. These tests allow teachers to track students’ progress and adjust their teaching strategies accordingly.
By using a combination of standardized tests, informal assessments, diagnostic assessments, and progress monitoring, teachers and parents can thoroughly understand a student’s reading level and provide the support they need to reach their full potential.
Common Assessment Methods for Reading Levels
When it comes to assessing reading levels, educators rely on various methods to gain insights into students’ abilities and guide their instruction. These assessment methods provide valuable information about students’ reading skills, comprehension, fluency, and overall literacy development. From informal observations and checklists to standardized tests, these assessment techniques help educators tailor instruction and provide targeted support to promote students’ reading growth.
Here are some common assessment methods used to determine reading levels and inform instructional decisions:
- Informal Reading Inventories (IRIs): IRIs are informal assessments conducted by teachers to gauge students’ reading abilities. These assessments typically involve listening to students read aloud and analyzing their accuracy, fluency, and comprehension.
- Running Records: Running records involve observing and documenting students’ reading behaviors as they read a selected text. Educators note errors, self-corrections, and fluency to determine students’ reading levels and comprehension.
- Miscue Analysis: This assessment technique focuses on analyzing errors made by students during reading. By examining the types of mistakes, educators gain insights into students’ decoding and comprehension skills.
- Standardized Reading Tests: Standardized tests, such as the Developmental Reading Assessment (DRA), Scholastic Reading Inventory (SRI), or the Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills (DIBELS), provide objective measurements of students’ reading abilities and help benchmark progress against grade-level expectations.
- Teacher Observations and Checklists: Educators can employ their expertise by using observations and checklists to evaluate students’ reading behaviors, strategies, and engagement. This qualitative data provides a comprehensive view of students reading skills.
Conclusion
Testing for reading levels plays a crucial role in supporting students’ literacy development and providing effective instruction. By utilizing various assessment methods, educators gain valuable insights into students’ reading abilities, enabling them to tailor instruction, monitor progress, and provide targeted interventions when needed. Whether through informal reading inventories, running records, standardized tests, or teacher observations, these assessment techniques provide a comprehensive view of students’ reading skills and guide educators in selecting appropriate reading materials and instructional strategies.
The power of reading level assessments lies in their ability to unlock the potential of every student, ensuring that they receive the support and resources necessary to thrive as confident and proficient readers. By embracing assessment as a tool for growth, educators empower students on their journey toward literacy success, opening doors to a world of knowledge, imagination, and lifelong learning.
Our reading tutors can provide personalized instruction and support tailored to individual students’ needs. They can also help develop the student’s overall literacy skills, from phonemic awareness and fluency to comprehension and critical thinking. With the right instruction and practice, our reading tutors can help the student progress to the next level and beyond. By focusing on the student’s strengths and weaknesses, our tutors can help improve reading levels while providing a more engaging and enjoyable reading experience.
Additionally, our tutors can offer tips and strategies for helping the student to understand difficult concepts and texts better and to develop their own skills for comprehending and analyzing passages. With the help of our reading tutors, students can improve their reading levels and develop their literacy skills for long-term success.
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