Determine if the student has dyslexia, the most common reading disorder. Giving the student smaller passages of text to read, so he can understand the material better.
Help the students to identify the main points after reading a short passage. Students with reading difficulties may have trouble finding the important parts of information in the text. Pair the students with faster readers who can help them identify the main ideas. Use texts that have subtitles and illustrations, since this can help students define key information.
Give students with reading difficulties some background information to contextualize the text. Use a simple picture or diagram to explain the organization of the text. Tell them what images come into your mind when you read the text, and help them create their own visual images. This will help them understand and remember what they have read.
Remind the students to summarize what they have read so that they can identify the main ideas. You can do this by asking questions as they read. Remind them to ask themselves questions to be sure they have understood what they have read. Help with vocabulary by explaining challenging words. Connect new words with ideas, mental images, pictures and physical demonstrations.
Develop self-esteem among the students with reading disabilities by giving them extra material such as newspapers to read. Be flexible in your expectations about their progress. Ensure the students have a sense of self-worth by making them aware of their learning strengths.