Teaching Tips
The Power of Interest-Led Learning for Kids With Dyslexia and ADHD
Why following your child’s curiosity with interest-led learning is the secret to unlocking motivation, connection, and growth in your homeschool. If you’ve ever tried to sit down and do a math worksheet with a child who has ADHD… or asked your dyslexic teen to write a...
Your Homeschool Morning Routine: Connection First
Mornings set the tone for the entire day. As parents homeschooling struggling learners, it’s easy to feel the pressure of academics, chores, and schedules as soon as everyone’s eyes are open. But when we begin the day with correction—reminders, instructions, and...
My Favorite Homeschool Hack – Morning Time
I've tried many homeschool methods and schedules over my 30 years of homeschooling. Our preferred homeschool methods and schedules have changed with each year depending on the age and number of kids, mom's health and a myriad of other factors.  However, Morning Time...
How to Gamify Your Homeschool: Turning Learning into Fun Games
If you’re homeschooling kids, especially those with limited attention with ADHD, you know it can be a struggle to keep them engaged—especially when it comes to subjects they find boring or overwhelming. The secret to boosting motivation and making learning fun? Gamify...
12 Ways to Motivate Your Homeschooled Child With ADHD
As a homeschool parent, motivating a child with ADHD can feel like pushing a boulder uphill—only for it to roll right back down the moment you look away. You know your child is bright, creative, and full of potential. But getting them to focus, stay on task, and...
Dyslexia in Elementary School: Priorities & Curriculum
Homeschooling a child with dyslexia in the elementary years can feel overwhelming, I know. I've homeschooled 8 of them! We can see that our kids are smart, but using traditional curriculum and teaching methods often leads to frustration. After 30 years of...
Top 10 Mistakes Homeschool Parents Make with Dyslexia
Homeschooling children with dyslexia and ADHD presents unique challenges and opportunities. As a veteran homeschool mom of 7 kids with learning differences like dyslexia and ADHD, with 30 years of experience teaching my smart but struggling kids at home, here are the...
10 Fun Reading Activities for Kids with Dyslexia That Don’t Feel Like School
If your child has dyslexia and resists reading, you’re not alone. Many parents of kids with learning differences struggle to find reading activities that don’t lead to tears or tantrums. The truth is: reading can be fun — especially when it doesn’t feel like...
How to Find Books at the Right Reading Level for Your Child With Dyslexia
Finding books at the right reading level for a child with dyslexia can be a game-changer in their reading journey. Books that are too difficult can lead to frustration, while books that are too easy may not provide the necessary challenge to build skills. So how can...
Benefits of an Amazon Kindle for Kids with Dyslexia
Many parents of children with dyslexia find that audiobooks and highlighted text while reading can significantly improve comprehension, fluency, and confidence. Amazon Kindle devices and apps provide several ways to synchronize ebooks and audiobooks for a...
Hands-On Learning for Homeschoolers with Dyslexia
When it comes to homeschooling, especially for children with dyslexia, hands-on learning is one of the most effective ways to teach. But what exactly is hands-on learning, and why is it beneficial for struggling learners? More importantly, how can you incorporate it...
How to Teach Math Facts to Kids With Dyslexia
I received an email this week from a concerned parent about how to teach math facts to her child with dyslexia. "At what point should I let my daughter just use a calculator or multiplication chart. I’ve tried so many different curriculums and methods and she’s not...