Teaching Tips
Back to Homeschool Expectations: For Families with Dyslexia and ADHD
Read or listen to this post where I share practical encouragement for homeschooling children with dyslexia and ADHD, including how to set realistic back-to-school expectations and avoid the frustration that comes from comparing your homeschool to everyone else's. "I'm...
Should Kids With Dyslexia Do Summer School?
Summer is almost here, and if you're a homeschool parent of a child with dyslexia or other learning differences, there's a good chance a familiar question is already circling in your head: Should we keep doing school this summer? Maybe you're feeling relieved that the...
Stop This if Homeschool Feels Overwhelming
In my 30+ years of homeschooling, I’ve had my fair share of seasons where I felt overwhelmed by the responsibility of teaching my kids with dyslexia and ADHD at home. When I felt this way, I was frozen with fear and unable to see where to make meaningful changes. Then...
The Advantages of Homeschooling a Child with Dyslexia
Teaching a child with dyslexia can feel like navigating a stormy sea: you know your child is bright, creative, curious … but the standard classroom method isn’t a perfect fit. For many families, homeschooling becomes not just a fallback, but a strategic choice that...
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...