Fluency and Long Words: Why Some Readers Slow Down and How to Help

Are your students slowing down or stumbling when they encounter long, multisyllabic words? In this episode of Building a Reader, literacy consultant Jennifer unpacks what it really means when students struggle with reading fluency—especially with longer words.

You'll learn how to recognize the signs that a student needs support.

More importantly, you’ll walk away with a clear, step-by-step strategy to help readers break through long-word, fluency roadblocks.

Plus, discover how to integrate this strategy throughout the school day—from shared reading and small groups to content-area lessons.

Whether you're a classroom teacher, reading specialist, or literacy coach, this episode gives you practical tools to help students read longer words with confidence and improve their overall fluency.

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