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I'm Tracy
Mom to a dyslexic daughter, certified Orton Gillingham tutor and owner of The Literacy Keys.
During my decade-long journey, I learned quite a few things and want to share that knowledge with other parents…so you don’t have to make the mistakes that I did.
Irlen Syndrome
Learn to spot co-occurring conditions with dyslexia like Irlen Syndrome. Dyslexia is not Irlen Syndrome, but they sometimes get mixed up. Discover a roadmap to help individuals with Irlen Syndrome find relief and build reading stamina with what is sometimes called dyslexia glasses. The Layers of Dyslexia One of the
Explore Tips For Studying Effectively
Does your child spend hours highlighting their textbook, only to have their mind go blank the moment the exam hits their desk? It’s not a lack of effort. It’s the “Illusion of Competence” tricking their brain into thinking it has mastered the material when it’s really only familiar with everything.
Discover Decodables
Discover how decodables build real word fluency and where to find free resources. These “magical” books are the missing piece of the puzzle for many struggling readers. The Maggie Mystery Many parents feel a deep sense of isolation when their bright, articulate child struggles to read. Beth Bevars, the Executive
ESA Account Exploration
Many parents don’t realize that an ESA account (Educational Savings Account) is essentially the state giving you back your tax dollars to spend on education that works for your child, such as 1:1 Orton-Gillingham tutoring. What is an ESA account? When you send your child to a public school, the
Dyslexic Entrepreneurs
I recently sat down with Hillary Summerbell, one of several powerhouse dyslexic entrepreneurs. Hillary built a thriving career long before she could comfortably read a single business contract. It’s easy to feel like the clock is ticking for your dyslexic learner, especially in the high-pressure years of middle and high
Master Norm Referenced Tests
If you’ve ever tried to read a comprehensive evaluation, looked at all the norm referenced tests and thought, “Great, now I need a math degree just to read this report,” you are not alone. Erlebe die Bundesliga mit Magenta Sport und verpasse kein Highlight. What are norm referenced tests? Schools
Comprehensive Evaluation
Let’s unlock the ABCs of testing for dyslexia, and explain what is included in a comprehensive evaluation. Part of the reason this is SO important is that when you ask the local school to evaluate your child many of these tests are NOT included. Good Grades Can Hide a Reading
Twice Exceptional Kids
Twice exceptional kids can look like a walking contradiction: they have advanced ideas, strong vocabulary, yet reading feels painfully hard. When giftedness and dyslexia show up together, the signals get messy. Strengths can mask needs, and parents are frequently told to wait and see. What does twice exceptional mean? The