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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.
Is Grade Retention A Reset?
Understand the pros and cons of grade retention so you can stop second-guessing yourself and make the right decision for your family. We’ll discuss research regarding grade retention, and why your child might not need more time. They may need a different way of learning. Pros and Cons of Grade
Failing Schools: Why Are Public Schools Failing Our Children?
Recently, I had the opportunity to sit down with Chris Papst, an award-winning investigative reporter and the author of the book The Failure Factory. Chris has spent nearly a decade on the ground in Maryland, uncovering the institutional gaps that leave our kids behind. We had a long, honest conversation
Orton Gillingham Methodology: Do You Know What It Is?
You don’t need a Ph.D. to help your child, but you do need a proven roadmap that moves beyond the alphabet song and the guessing games. This post will walk you through a typical Orton Gillingham session together, section by section, so you can understand the Orton Gillingham methodology. Think
How to Teach Reading Like a Pro
We’re often told by schools to trust the process, but when your child is guessing and struggling to spell simple words, that advice feels empty. If you’ve been searching for how to teach reading in a way that actually works, you’ve likely realized that more of the same isn’t the
How to teach a dyslexic child to read
Your kid looks at the word frame and says fame. It’s a word with similar letters but it changes the meaning. Are you exhausted by the guessing game? This post shares 5 keys on how to teach a dyslexic child to read. The Paradox Ever wonder why your dyslexic child
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