10 Tips for Using Poetry with Challenged Readers
When someone says poetry, my immediate image is classical poetry forms such as sonnets. But I also have fond memories of reading Shel Silverstein poems…
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How To Keep Your Orton-Gillingham Lessons Multisensory When Tutoring Online
Multisensory teaching is a key element of instruction for students with dyslexia. Orton Gillingham has become synonymous with multisensory instruction, but let’s review what multisensory…
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8 Tips If You’re Feeling Overwhelmed by Teaching Online
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by teaching online, you are NOT alone. It IS overwhelming. Your planning make take longer. There’s technology that may be new…
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Practical Tips for Orton-Gillingham Lessons When Tutoring Online
For our students with dyslexia, the specialized instruction they get through Orton-Gillingham lessons is extra important. With a little creativity and flexibility, delivering effective Orton-Gillingham…
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Navigating the Emotional Response to School Closings
Our world just got bigger and smaller all at once. It’s hard to imagine that a little over a week ago we were preparing for…
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How to Teach Schwa A – Part One Schwa Vowels
Schwa vowels can be puzzling to children and adults at first. Breaking down schwa sounds by groups can be helpful. Starting with schwa a sounds…
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Apps for Older Struggling Readers and Writers
Do you have an older, struggling reader or writer? Here are some useful APPS for older struggling readers and writers. As your students become older…
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Five Tools For Tutoring Online
Many teachers and tutors are making a transition to online teaching for a variety of reasons. Families may find it more convenient. You can easily…
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The Best Reading and Writing Apps to Support Younger Readers
Today’s children are able to tap and swipe as toddlers. They are digital natives more comfortable with exploring apps and technology than most adults. However,…
