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 looks at the word “Persia” […]
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 most life-changing aspects of our […]
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. This post tackles how to […]
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 Director for Programming at TeachMyKidToRead.org, […]
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 state sends money to that […]
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 school, but Hillary’s story proves that […]
