by Leah Skinner | Jan 30, 2023 | Dyslexia, Homeschooling
Table of Contents Why Praise is Essential for Learning (and How to Use it Effectively)Types of PraisePersonal PraiseEffort-based praiseBehavior-specific praiseHow to use PraiseLearning Disabilities and Other NeurodivergenceWorking With Your Child, Not Against Them Why...
by Leah Skinner | Jan 18, 2023 | Dyslexia, Homeschooling
Did you know dyslexia may affect as much as 20% of the population? This reading disability is commonly identified during childhood and can significantly impact how a child learns to read and spell. However, the Barton Reading and Spelling System provide rigorous...
by Leah Skinner | Dec 26, 2022 | Dyslexia, Homeschooling
Most of us take reading and writing for granted. But reading difficulties are quite common. Across the United States, 32% of fourth graders and 24% of eighth graders struggle with basic reading. If you are the parent of a child struggling to read, you might be looking...
by Leah Skinner | Nov 21, 2022 | Dyslexia
Do you wonder why your child struggles to read? It could be dyslexia. Dyslexia is a neurological disorder that affects reading skills. People with dyslexia struggle with phonemic awareness. Phonemic awareness is the understanding that spoken words are composed of...
by Leah Skinner | Oct 30, 2022 | Uncategorized
Did you know that children who participate in after-school tutoring tend to improve their study habits, self-esteem, critical thinking skills, and school performance? Many parents believe that it is only necessary to enroll their children as a last resort when they...