Does the Orton Gillingham Reading Program Work?
What if the “gold standard” of reading intervention isn’t actually that shiny? A few years ago, a meta-analysis questioned whether the hands-on, multisensory part of
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Does An Orton Gillingham Reading Program Work? Unpacking Research in Plain English (+ clear answers to help your struggling reader)
In this episode, we are tuning out the academic noise so you can confidently choose the best, stress-free path forward for your struggling reader. Understand why researchers were questioning if an Orton Gillingham reading program works, and which elements are the gold standard.
A few years ago, a meta-analysis threw a massive wrench into the literacy world, leaving already exhausted parents feeling completely overwhelmed by conflicting data. As an ALTA-certified Orton Gillingham tutor and a mom who has walked the path of having a child with dyslexia, let me translate that complex research into plain English.
We are digging into the real story behind an Orton Gillingham reading program to reveal why some critics completely miss the bigger picture. In this episode, we look closely at why the hands-on piece is non-negotiable for attention challenges, and how it can transform language processing. You don’t need a neuroscience degree to help your child thrive; you just need clear, honest, and deeply practical guidance.
After listening, you will:
Decode the intimidating research so you can stop second-guessing your educational choices.
Discover the research behind multisensory learning and how hands-on tools anchor new reading skills into your child's memory.
Identify the non-negotiable elements of an Orton Gillingham reading program.
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Resources mentioned:
The Reading League Journal Study:https://www.thereadingleague.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/trl-journal-sneakpeek-orton-gillingham-interventions-solari.pdf
Oxford University Multisensory Research:https://www.medsci.ox.ac.uk/news/oxford-researchers-discover-why-multisensory-learning-is-beneficial-for-memory
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