I got an email last week asking about spelling with an older student with dyslexia. I get asked this question fairly frequently so I thought I'd write a blog post on it. If you prefer to listen to this post, click on the player below: Spelling and Dyslexia: Spelling...
I was meeting with a local homeschool mama recently. We've been meeting periodically to talk about her dyslexic son's learning and the best ways to individualize his education to meet his needs. The truth is, individualizing a child's learning environment to meet...
Early intervention is the battle cry of dyslexia experts across the world, yet much of the push for early intervention for dyslexia and catching kids up to their peers is based on the traditional school model and may not be necessary at all. I saw a quote online this...
As my kids get older and I have finally passed through the 3-ring circus stage of homeschooling a houseful of kids with dyslexia (yes, it will happen, mamas!) I am becoming more and more clear about what is really important when educating our kids - whether they...
Is your dyslexic child resisting reading instruction? Honestly, I would be surprised if they weren’t. Learning to read as a child with dyslexia is HARD! I talk to parents every week who are experiencing some kind of resistance to reading instruction from...
Today we’re going to focus on ways to increase autonomy; how giving homeschooled students more choice in their schedules and learning can have a big impact on their level of engagement and motivation. Last week I shared some research on Self-Determination Theory that...
I hear from parents every week whose are having trouble motivating their struggling learners. While they’re not outright refusing to learn, they’re bored, uninterested, and often procrastinate getting started and finishing assignments. If you prefer to listen to this...
Neurofeedback, a cutting-edge therapeutic technique, has emerged as a promising tool that combines technology, neuroscience, and psychology to reshape the way we understand and treat various learning difficulties. In this blog post, we will explore what neurofeedback...
Do you have a child who tends to focus on the negative? One whose glass is always half empty? I do and I’m here to say that it can really be exhausting and discouraging at times. I tend to be an optimist and I dislike negativity, probably to a fault. So facing a child...
Determining if a dyslexia help program is the best one for your family involves careful research and evaluation. Dyslexia is a neurological condition that affects reading and writing skills, and it's essential to choose a program that is evidence-based and provides...
Self-directed learning is an approach to education that allows students to choose what and how they learn. Similar to unschooling or interest-led learning, it is a powerful method for real learning that is especially helpful for kids who are non-traditional learners...
Over my nearly three decades of parenting and educating kids with dyslexia and ADHD I have learned that if we can foster a child's sense of internal motivation, home education is way easier and more enjoyable for everyone. But how do we foster internal motivation?...
Charlotte Mason, an English educator from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, left an enduring legacy in the field of education with her innovative and holistic approach. One of the key components of her philosophy is narration, a powerful technique for teaching...
These 6 homeschool expectations are the cause of many of our frustrations and disappointments in our homeschool experiences. I was looking over the survey you guys filled out earlier this year and making notes of your specific needs. One thing that stood out to me...
It's important to recognize these myths to better understand and support individuals with ADHD. Here are some common myths: Myth: ADHD is not a real disorder. Fact: ADHD is a recognized and well-documented neurodevelopmental disorder. It is backed by scientific...
The very first step on your dyslexia journey is to gain an understanding of what dyslexia is. This article will share the key information parents need to know about dyslexia. A successful dyslexia journey starts with understanding. What is Dyslexia? First let's define...
One way to encourage your kids with dyslexia is to learn more about people with dyslexia who found success as adults. Most of the following dyslexic adults had to overcome significant obstacles to get to where they are now. Knowing this can help our kids face their...
After homeschooling my seven kids with dyslexia for nearly 30 years, here is what I want you to know about how to homeschool your kids with dyslexia. I'm working on writing and recording a new Parent Master Class on what you need to know to establish a balanced,...
I talk to SO many parents who are concerned, confused, worried, and overwhelmed about the lack of progress their kids with dyslexia are having learning to read and spell. I totally get it! Although all of my kids are reading now, there were many years where I...
I’ve been sharing here and there how we are homeschooling our non-traditional 9th grader this year. I've had quite a few questions about what our day looks like so today I'm sharing a typical day in the life of our non-traditional homeschool. Of my 8 kids, 6 have...
If you have ever been interested in how to unschool full-time or even temporarily (sometimes referred to as deschooling) you will want to listen to this interview with the amazing Sue Patterson from Unschooling Mom 2 Mom. Watch the video below or listen to the audio...
Kids struggle with learning for all sorts of reasons. Their struggles can stem from poor (even traumatic) school experiences, illnesses of various types, or learning differences like dyslexia and ADHD. Whatever your story is, unschooling is a great option for all...
Years ago my son’s occupational therapist recommended he do some heavy work activities every day to calm his mind and body and to help improve his focus and learning. I had never heard of this before but because of the impact these simple actions have had on his...
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