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Looking for tips and resources for a certain holiday, season, or time of year? You’re in the right place! We’ve got back-to-school resources, gift guides, summer reading ideas, and more! Looking for ideas that are even more specific? Check out our posts about Memorial Day, Mother’s Day, Veteran’s Day, and Women’s History Month, too.

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5 Icebreakers for a New School Year

Children with dyslexia often enter the intervention setting with very mixed feelings. Whether in a small group or one-on-one, it is crucial to build a trusting relationship to make the best possible progress. Beginning intervention or transitioning to a new teacher can provoke a lot of anxiety. It can feel very vulnerable to expose their…

Summer Tutoring Fun: 5 Tips for Orton-Gillingham Tutors
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Summer Tutoring Fun: 5 Tips for Orton-Gillingham Tutors

I am often asked whether I recommend students take the summer off from tutoring. In fact, I recommend quite the opposite. Increasing the amount of time spent on tutoring during a time of more flexible schedules is an excellent opportunity for students to make some real catch-up growth. Typical students without learning difficulties have some…

The Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide: 12 Great Learning Games Your Kids Will Love
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The Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide: 12 Great Learning Games Your Kids Will Love

It is hard to believe that the holiday season is here! Many families have rediscovered the fun of family game night. From board games to card games to jigsaw puzzles, the joy of offline fun has helped to bring families together. Not only are games fun, but they can also be educational. If you are…

Back to School Tips for Structured Literacy Teachers
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Back to School Tips for Structured Literacy Teachers

Late summer means cooler evenings, and back to school. Even for the most seasoned teachers, back to school this year presents many new challenges. Nerves and uncertainty dull the shine of freshly sharpened pencils and new sneakers. The excitement of seeing friends is confused by social distancing requirements, separated cohorts, and face coverings. And holding…

8 Websites With Summer Reading Ideas For Struggling Readers
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8 Websites With Summer Reading Ideas For Struggling Readers

With summer break quickly approaching, it’s time to take a look at the dangers of the “summer slide”.  The summer slide is a term used to describe the learning loss that occurs during the summer vacation. Struggling students are particularly at risk of losing ground in their quest to become fluent readers. The statistics are…