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I do that but I'm dyslexic.

I didn't answer the question but I think you should correct him.

DD guesses at some words she doesn't know instead of sounding every one of them out and I make her slow down and do it over again. She's just trying to read very quickly, but I'd rather her do it correctly.

She used to get a lot more frustrated when I would correct her (just a few months ago), but the frustration level has gone way down now that she's a more confident reader. So maybe the same thing will happen for Charlie with the corrections.

It depends on your goal....are you trying to build confidence or accuracy? Are you reading when he is already tired after a long day at school? To me filler words that don't change the meaning aren't that big a deal at his age. I would probably not say anything so as not to discourage him. Thats a pretty tough book for his age. I would focus on accuracy with shorter books and focus on enjoyment with longer stories like that. I have really only taught older grades though, so the kindergarten teachers may have a better answer!

@mrbee: I would check with his teacher about what your goal should be I always told my students that at home reading was for fun! So as long as the meaning is the same I wouldn't worry about it all. He will have lots of practice over the years to become more accurate, but if he starts to dread reading you will have much bigger problems. Just my two cents! I would pick books he enjoys, and maybe for the longer books that you know are too hard you do most of the reading and have him read smaller sections. Letting him choose for fun reading will help him enjoy it more, even if the book is too tough.

@mrbee: he will look so handsome with his glasses! Has he gone through the Bob books? We've been going through each level. They are not great stories, but I think being able to read them all herself really gives DD that boost of confidence!