Structured and Cumulative Dyslexic Teaching for Reading Success Joe Reese’s approach to teaching reading to individuals with dyslexia is structured and cumulative, enabling students to revisit and reinforce previously learned sounds. This method is essential for building confidence and fluency in reading. By using a pack of sounds and practicing blending, students can develop their […]
Understanding Dyslexia: Separating Fact from Fiction Dyslexia is a learning disorder that affects millions of children worldwide. Despite its prevalence, there are many misconceptions surrounding dyslexia. As a parent or educator, it’s essential to understand the neurological underpinnings of dyslexia to provide the right support for children who struggle with reading and learning. The brain […]
Breaking Down the Learning Process for Children with Dyslexia When it comes to teaching children with dyslexia, it’s essential to break down the learning process into manageable chunks. This approach allows children to build a strong foundation in reading and spelling, which is critical for their future academic success. By focusing on explicit instruction and […]
Understanding the Importance of a Multi-Sensory Approach in Reading Instruction When it comes to teaching reading skills, especially to children with dyslexia, a multi-sensory approach is essential. This approach involves using a combination of visual, auditory, and kinesthetic techniques to help students learn and retain information. By incorporating multiple senses, students can better understand and […]
Understanding the Struggle: A Parent’s Journey with Their Child’s Reading Challenges As a parent, it can be heartbreaking to see your child struggle with reading, especially when their siblings or peers seem to pick it up with ease. Kelly, a homeschooling parent, shares her story of trying to help her daughter, Rey, overcome her reading […]
Understanding Why Dyslexic Children Struggle with the Same Word Over and Over Dyslexic children often face challenges with reading and spelling, and one of the most frustrating issues for parents is when their child consistently gets the same word wrong, no matter how many times it’s corrected. This phenomenon can be attributed to impaired executive […]
Learning to read and spell with dyslexia requires a structured approach that builds foundational skills. In this lesson, we’re going to focus on the spelling routine and practice spelling CVC words using the letters ST, P, I, A, and N. To start, it’s essential to understand that spelling is a skill that can be developed […]
Understanding dyslexia is crucial for parents and educators to provide the right support for children who struggle with reading and language skills. Dyslexia is a neurological difference in how the brain processes language, and it’s not related to intelligence or motivation. Research shows that dyslexia is heritable, and it affects the brain’s ability to connect […]
Understanding the Early Signs Your Child’s Brain Processes Reading Differently Long before your child ever opens a first reader, their brain is laying the groundwork for how they will process written language. What many parents don’t realize is that some of the most telling signs that a child is developing reading skills differently appear years […]
Is your child’s reading program actually working? After 3-6 months, you should see measurable progress in decoding and spelling. If not, switching mid-year might be the best decision you make for their developing brain.
