Letter-Sound relationships, or the knowledge of all the letters of the alphabet and their sounds, is often the first part of any program with students with dyslexia. Here is a module I have developed to describe the processes and resources I use. Please try this out.Letter Sound Relationships
Month: March 2013
Selecting a Tutor for Your Child
Finding a tutor for your child can be a daunting experience. Here are some tips to help you get started. Is the tutor a trained teacher? A pre-requisite for any child with a learning difficulty, but if high school maths is the focus knowing the content is most important (more than a teaching degree). Student… Continue reading Selecting a Tutor for Your Child
Starting from the beginning
It may seem obvious, but the most important aspect to working with a student with dyslexia or dyscalculia is to start from the beginning. Regardless of how old they are, there are fundamental skills required for learning and without these we are asking too much of our students. I've developed a guide I use to… Continue reading Starting from the beginning
The beginning of this journey
I have been a teacher working with children and adolescents with learning disabilities, such as dyslexia and dyscalculia throughout my entire teaching career. I love what I do and enjoy supporting families and teachers in working with children with learning disabilities as well. This is my first entry into sharing my experiences with everyone.
