Reading Comprehension Strategies Tutors Use

Strong reading comprehension is at the heart of academic success. From understanding word problems in math to analyzing passages in English and history, students rely on reading skills every single day. When comprehension breaks down, school can quickly feel frustrating and overwhelming.

Many students struggle with reading comprehension for different reasons. Some read fluently but don’t fully grasp what the text is saying. Others get stuck on unfamiliar vocabulary, lose focus in longer passages, or feel unsure about identifying main ideas.

At Hodis Learning & Music, our tutors help students strengthen reading comprehension by focusing on skills that support understanding.

Active Reading (Without Overcomplicating It)

Rather than passively reading, tutors encourage students to pause, think, and engage with the text. This might mean noticing key ideas, asking simple questions, or predicting what comes next. Staying mentally involved makes it easier to understand and remember what’s being read.

Building Vocabulary in Context

Unfamiliar words can quickly derail comprehension. Tutors help students use context clues and word parts to figure out meaning without stopping every few seconds. Over time, this builds stronger vocabulary and smoother reading.

Breaking Text Into Manageable Pieces

Long passages can feel intimidating, especially for struggling readers. Tutors often guide students to break text into smaller sections, focus on one idea at a time, and briefly reflect before moving on. This makes reading feel more doable and less overwhelming.

Support for Reading Comprehension Starts Here

These are just a few of the strategies tutors use to support reading comprehension (yes, we’ll keep some of our tutoring secrets to ourselves). What we can say is that struggling through reading doesn’t have to be the norm. With the right guidance and support, students can build confidence, improve understanding, and actually feel better about reading.

If reading comprehension is holding your student back, don’t struggle through it alone. Sign up for tutoring at Hodis Learning & Music today and give your student the tools they need to succeed. To learn more, call (626) 227-1149 or submit a contact form on our website.