What are Diphthongs? How do I Teach Diphthongs to my Students?
Vowels are one of the first key concepts we teach early readers – the “superstars of the alphabet” – a, e, i, o, u (and
May 16, 2023
Vowels are one of the first key concepts we teach early readers – the “superstars of the alphabet” – a, e, i, o, u (and
If you’re a classroom teacher, you know this feeling. A student proudly hands in a revised and edited piece of writing. But, when you review
When it comes to spelling, direct and explicit instruction about the way the English language works is key for helping students crack the code for
When your child is struggling with reading at school, it’s very hard to watch as a parent. You know your child needs help. But where
By Devon Hauser Geology and understanding our earth’s processes is so important for a multitude of reasons. There are many different aspects of Geology and
Building a strong literacy foundation on which to grow and develop reading and spelling skills is important right from the beginning of a child’s learning experience. So many times when I work with struggling students at the late elementary level, I find that the issues will trace right back to those foundational skills from the early elementary level.
One of my clients struggles with handwriting. He has a hard time forming his letters, and finds handwriting practice to be challenging and distasteful. But, he expends energy forming letters in inefficient ways which also exhausts his attention and wastes his energy limiting his ability to produce written work.
These are some of my favorite multisensory learning materials. You likely have them laying around the house. Pull these out next time the kids are bored.
A Structured Literacy approach will help your child. The road to getting this vital instruction might not be easy, but it can make all the difference.
