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The Literacy Keys - Dyslexia resources and structured literacy tips by an Orton Gillingham tutor
Twice Exceptional: How Do You Tell If Your Kids Are Twice Exceptional? What does twice exceptional mean? Discover the struggles of 2e kids (and how you can help them)
Discover why twice exceptional kids struggle and uncover why 2e kids fly under the radar. Explore exactly what todo next to support your twice exceptional children. It’s sometimes called double deficit dyslexia.If you’ve been stuck in the loop of my kid is so smart… and still struggles, this episode is for you. Leave with language to use, tests to ask for, and a plan that actually fits your child. Twice exceptional kids can look like a walking contradiction: they have advanced ideas, strong vocabulary, yet reading feels painfully hard. When giftednes...
2026-02-19
25 min
The Literacy Keys - Dyslexia resources and structured literacy tips by an Orton Gillingham tutor
Discover How To Improve Writing Skills (Even When Essays Feel Impossible) | 5 steps to improve writing and become a better writer
After this episode, you’ll know exactly how to improve writing skills and what to do next with your child so writing starts feeling doable.For many struggling readers writing is brain overload. They have ideas, but getting those ideas onto paper in the right order, with the right words, can feel like juggling while riding a unicycle. In this episode, Tracy Young (certified Orton-Gillingham tutor) and Alex, her dyslexic daughter break writing down into 5 clear steps that reduce frustration and build confidence. It’s a plan you can use today.
2026-02-05
30 min
The Literacy Keys - Dyslexia resources and structured literacy tips by an Orton Gillingham tutor
Is Your Child Struggling For Success At School? Hear Dyslexia Success Stories And Explore What You Can Do.
Struggling for success can feel like staring at a report card and thinking, “How is my child so bright… and still drowning?” After listening to this episode, you’ll feel less alone, more grounded, and clear on what to do today, not “someday.”Host Tracy Young, an ALTA-certified, Orton-Gillingham tutor, shares a candid Reddit thread where dyslexic adults shared the truth about being told they couldn't achieve something and the moment they proved that person wrong. These are real-life dyslexia success stories, college acceptances, advanced degrees, thriving careers, all powered by persistence and the right suppor...
2026-01-29
13 min
The Literacy Keys - Dyslexia resources and structured literacy tips by an Orton Gillingham tutor
School Avoidance: Why is your child avoiding school and 3 simple steps to change “my child hates school” into a new narrative.
Have your mornings turned into hostage negotiations? After listening, you’ll understand what’s driving the school avoidance pushback and exactly what to do next. Understand what Half-Baked Muffins refers to, and turn hard mornings of “My Child Hates School” into a new reality. It's never easy but you can start this week! If you’re a parent hearing: “My Child Hates School” and you’re looking for answers, then this episode is for you. Host Tracy Young, certified Orton Gillingham tutor breaks down School Avoidance in plain language, with a whole lot of practical calm. You’ll learn the...
2026-01-22
23 min
The Literacy Keys - Dyslexia resources and structured literacy tips by an Orton Gillingham tutor
Do Private Schools Have 504 Plans? A Parent’s Guide to Getting Accommodations.
The 504 plan and private schools: step-by-step explanation for what private schools must do, what they don’t haveto do, and how to ask for support without burning bridges. After listening to this episode, you’ll know exactlywhat to ask for, how to ask, and what to do next, all without feeling like you need a law degree.This topic hits hard because private schools can soundconfident while giving you a vague statement: “We don’t do 504s here.” This can feel overwhelming when you’re already juggling tutoring, tears, tuition, and...
2026-01-15
19 min
The Literacy Keys - Dyslexia resources and structured literacy tips by an Orton Gillingham tutor
Dyslexia in Girls: When the Well-Behaved Kid Is Actually Struggling to Read
She’s not lazy—she’s masking dyslexia. Hear the sneaky signs of dyslexia in girls and why so many teachers miss them. A real story that looks at sex differences in dyslexia. In this episode, we cover how late diagnosis is common when girls compensate. You'll discover behavioral myths, research gaps, and a checklist of red flags for dyslexia in girls. This information will highlight why dyslexia is diagnosed more frequently in males and how societal issues create the impression of sex differences in dyslexia. All of this is important to understand when thinking about testing your c...
2026-01-08
47 min
The Literacy Keys - Dyslexia resources and structured literacy tips by an Orton Gillingham tutor
Dyslexia Accommodations Checklist: No More Second-Guessing (Part 2)
Stop second-guessing possible dyslexia accommodations. Get the dyslexia accommodations checklist and be prepared for the 504 meeting. Discover how to level the playing field for your child while fostering independence and self-advocacy. This is the second of a 2-part series, in which Tracy continues the conversation on dyslexia accommodations, shifting the focus to the critical transition into middle and high school. You'll understand why your child’s 504 accommodations are not a "favor" or a "loophole"; they are essential tools that allow students to demonstrate understanding of the material without changing academic expectations.Over time the goal of dy...
2025-12-30
22 min
The Literacy Keys - Dyslexia resources and structured literacy tips by an Orton Gillingham tutor
Dyslexia accommodations aren’t a favor or an advantage. This episode shares what to ask for and why it matters!
Stop second-guessing yourself. Before your child’s next school meeting, make sure you know which dyslexia accommodations actually help, and which myths to ignore. In this episode of The Literacy Keys, host Tracy Young breaks down dyslexia accommodations for students and explains how 504 dyslexia accommodations work in the classrooms. You'll discover the biggest misconceptions parents hear at school meetings, and why accommodations are about access and are not an unfair advantage. Plus, Tracy shares where to find a dyslexia accommodations checklist you can bring to your next meeting so you can advocate with confidence in...
2025-12-26
23 min
The Literacy Keys - Dyslexia resources and structured literacy tips by an Orton Gillingham tutor
How to Use the Orton Gillingham Method to Become the Dyslexia Tutor Your Child Needs. Remember you don’t have to homeschool to use Orton Gillingham at home.
You don’t need to be a professional dyslexia tutor to improve your child’s reading. In this episode of The Literacy Keys, you’ll learn how to bring the Orton Gillingham method right into your home using simple, powerful tips that help your child make real progress.If you’ve ever sat at the kitchen table watching your child avoid doing their homework, you’re not alone. That frustration is exactly why this episode exists. Tracy, an Orton Gillingham tutor, discusses the “fourth-grade slump;” explains why traditional reading instruction leaves dyslexic learners behind, and shows you ways to confid...
2025-12-18
18 min
The Literacy Keys - Dyslexia resources and structured literacy tips by an Orton Gillingham tutor
Anxiety in teens is everywhere! Does Your Child Have Dyslexia and Anxiety? Discover how to help teens with anxiety (includes advice from a dyslexic teenager)
Co-hosts Tracy and Alex discuss their personal experiences with parental guilt, anxiety and dyslexia, and the importance of seeking therapy when anxiety in teens becomes too much. They explore the emotional journey of receiving a dyslexia diagnosis, the differing reactions between parent and child, and the complexities of parental guilt. They share their thoughts on helping teens with anxiety, and how to find the right child psychologist (or therapist). Parents need to be aware of red flags indicating their child may need professional help.Therapy can be a valuable outlet for emotions, and finding the right...
2025-12-04
30 min
The Literacy Keys - Dyslexia resources and structured literacy tips by an Orton Gillingham tutor
4 Ways to Improve Reading Fluency
Dive into the essential skills of reading fluency — what it is, why it matters, and how parents can strengthen it at home using multi-sensory techniques. In This Episode, You’ll Learn:What reading fluency actually meansWhy fluency is the bridge between decoding and comprehensionHow dyslexic learners uniquely benefit from structured fluency practiceThe most effective multi-sensory reading fluency strategies parents can use at homeEcho readingPhrase scoopingRepeated readingsPressure-free timed readingsYou...
2025-11-27
19 min
The Literacy Keys - Dyslexia resources and structured literacy tips by an Orton Gillingham tutor
Spotting dyslexia symptoms from Toddler to Adult
If your child avoids reading, mixes up words, melts down over homework, or keeps saying, “I’m just not smart,” you may be wondering whether there’s something deeper happening beneath the surface. What if these challenges aren’t a phase, but signs of dyslexia symptoms that have been overlooked?In this episode, Tracy Young, Orton-Gillingham practitioner and host of The Literacy Keys Podcast, walks you through the most common dyslexia symptoms across four age groups: toddlers, elementary students, teenagers, and adults. You’ll hear parent-friendly explanations about the subtle signs that most familie...
2025-11-20
19 min
Dyslexia Help for Kids: Reading, Spelling & Handwriting — Boost Your Child's Skills & Confidence with Days with Dyslexia
Why Orton Gillingham may not be the best way to teach your dyslexic child to read- and what to use instead
In this episode of Days with Dyslexia, host Michelle Morgan, a speech-language pathologist, discusses the differences between speech-to-print (sounds first) and print-to-speech (print first) literacy instruction. She explains why traditional Orton-Gillingham methods may not be the most effective for all children, particularly those with dyslexia. Michelle outlines five key differences between a sounds-first vs. print-first approaches, including scope and sequence, teaching the job of each letter, handling irregular words, spelling patterns, and the role of letter names and sounds in writing. The episode aims to help parents understand why a sounds-first approach can be more effective and introduces resources...
2025-11-11
17 min
The Literacy Keys - Dyslexia resources and structured literacy tips by an Orton Gillingham tutor
I'm dyslexic not stupid | Have you ever wondered: "Am I dyslexic?"
A mother and daughter’s journey with dyslexia as the daughter asks: “Am I dyslexic?” This episode offers a perspective on what many have said along the way, which hasn't always been pretty. In this conversation, Tracy and Alex delve into the complexities of dyslexia, addressing common misconceptions and the importance of self-advocacy. They share personal experiences from high school to college, highlighting the challenges faced by dyslexics and the need for greater awareness and understanding in society. The discussion emphasizes that being dyslexic does not equate to a lack of intelligence and encourages listene...
2025-10-09
33 min
The Literacy Keys - Dyslexia resources and structured literacy tips by an Orton Gillingham tutor
When is messy handwriting a problem? Uncover what is dysgraphia, discover testing for dysgraphia and treatment support
Sometimes messy handwriting might be an indication of dysgraphia. Not sure what it is and interested in exploring testing for dysgraphia? This episode will help guide you through the process of testing for dysgraphia, and ensure your child has the dysgraphia treatment support they need to succeed. Handwriting can be hard for lots of reasons: fatigue, weak hand strength, slow motor control, or the mental load of turning ideas into sentences. When the struggle is persistent and painful, it may be connected to dysgraphia. We’ll break down what is dysgraphia in plain language, what testing actually inv...
2025-10-02
17 min
The Literacy Keys - Dyslexia resources and structured literacy tips by an Orton Gillingham tutor
Dysgraphia vs Dyslexia | What is the difference?
In this episode, we're cutting through the confusion of dysgraphia vs dyslexia. Discover why some kids struggle to write even though they're great at reading. Learn why some dyslexic children also struggle to write. This is Part 1 of a 2-part series.
2025-09-26
16 min
The Literacy Keys - Dyslexia resources and structured literacy tips by an Orton Gillingham tutor
Dyslexia Resources for Parents | Start here!
Are you searching for dyslexia resources for parents? Are you trying to understand your child’s diagnosis? This episode talks about 3 key things you can do to support your child.Two of the resources mentioned in the episode include:International Dyslexia AssociationWright's Law
2025-09-19
20 min
The Literacy Keys - Dyslexia resources and structured literacy tips by an Orton Gillingham tutor
Does Spelling Really Matter ? The Hidden Cost of Being a Struggling Speller.
Is your child’s weekly spelling list a source of frustration? Do you wonder does spelling really matter? If you’ve asked that in a tired whisper over your child's homework, you’re not alone. For many kids, misspelled words aren’t careless mistakes. they’re a visible symptom of an invisible load: slower writing, more frustration, and a hit to confidence. And for dyslexic learners, spelling can affect far more than a weekly test grade, it can shape how they participate, how teachers perceive them, and how they see themselves. In this episode, we talk about...
2025-09-11
27 min
The Literacy Keys - Dyslexia resources and structured literacy tips by an Orton Gillingham tutor
How to use a multisensory approach for struggling spellers - part 2
This episode is the second part of our multisensory approach to spelling. In this episode, you'll discover how an OG tutor teaches students to break the word into sounds in order to spell the word. There are 4 specific examples: two vcv words, and a v-e word, and a 2-syllable word.If you missed the first part, head over to the previous episode.
2025-09-04
22 min
The Literacy Keys - Dyslexia resources and structured literacy tips by an Orton Gillingham tutor
How to Use a Multisensory Approach for Struggling Spellers - part 1
Is spelling a nightly battle in your home? In this episode, we explain how to use the Orton-Gillingham multisensory approach for struggling spellers to ensure learning sticks in long-term memory.
2025-08-28
12 min
Literacy in Color: A Science of Reading Aligned Podcast for Educators
51. Rethinking Sight Words with Pryor Rayburn, Orton Gillingham Mama
In this episode of Literacy in Color, Michelle sits down with THE Orton Gillingham Mama, Pryor Rayburn to take a deep dive into the hot-button world of sight words and high-frequency word instruction.Pryor busts through common myths, clears up confusing terminology, and explores brain-based practices for teaching high frequency words through the lens of orthographic mapping. Whether you’ve relied on word lists, flashcards, or shape-based strategies in the past, this conversation will help you rethink your approach with evidence and intention.Key Takeaways:What sight words, high-frequency words, heart words, and red wo...
2025-08-26
39 min
The Literacy Keys - Dyslexia resources and structured literacy tips by an Orton Gillingham tutor
Orton Gillingham | Is it right for your child?
If you have a child who struggles to read, you may have heard the term Orton Gillingham, but do you know what it means? Orton Gillingham is not a curriculum, it's a way of presenting information using a multisensory approach that is very effective for dyslexic children and struggling readers. This podcast explains what Orton Gillingham is, and how to find a certified OG tutor. BTW - I added the word certified because you'll want to find a certified Orton Gillingham tutor. There is a difference between learning the information and putting in hundreds...
2025-08-21
10 min
The Literacy Keys - Dyslexia resources and structured literacy tips by an Orton Gillingham tutor
The D-word | What does a dyslexic diagnosis mean when you’re older?
What happens when a dyslexic diagnosis comes long after the early elementary grades? In this episode, host Tracy Young sits down with her daughter, Alexandrine, to share Alex’s journey of discovering she was dyslexic. They explore the missed “red flags,” the frustration of being misunderstood by teachers, and the challenges of advanced coursework. Their conversation details the path to obtaining an evaluation in high school and the validating power of a dyslexic diagnosis. The message offers hope, encouragement, and practical strategies for both parents and teens navigating a similar path.
2025-08-14
30 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
Decoding Decodable Readers (with Olivia Whicker)
Today, we'll speak with Olivia Whicker, co-author of Talewinds™, Brainspring's new collection of decodable readers, about what makes decodable texts so effective, how decodables differ from other readers, and what teachers and parents should consider when purchasing a collection. Talewinds™ Decodable Readers by Brainspring are coming this September! Preorder today at https://brainspring.com/talewinds-library/ Developed with Brainspring’s trusted Orton-Gillingham expertise, these readers follow a carefully sequenced path that reinforces phonics skills while bringing stories to life through rich characters and imaginative plots. Designed to grow with th...
2025-08-10
24 min
The Literacy Keys - Dyslexia resources and structured literacy tips by an Orton Gillingham tutor
Your Child’s IEP Meeting | Understand what exactly happens at the IEP Meeting
Has the excitement of a new school year turned into worry? In this episode, we'll pull back the curtain on the IEP meeting to help you navigate the process. Find out what to expect so you can become a confident advocate for your child. We’ll even share next steps if the school determines that “everything is normal,” and you disagree.Click on the link belowFrom Emotions to Advocacy by Pam Wright and Pete Wright
2025-08-07
17 min
The Literacy Keys - Dyslexia resources and structured literacy tips by an Orton Gillingham tutor
What to do if you disagree with the school's evaluation for dyslexia testing? Understand the power of the IEE Independent Educational Evaluation and get a second opinion (without paying)
In this episode of The Literacy Keys, you'll understand the power of the IEE Independent Educational Evaluation when you disagree with the dyslexia testing conducted by the school. It's a powerful tool to use when the school’s evaluation says everything is fine with your child, but your gut tells you something is wrong! Discover the steps to have the school pay for your Independent Educational Evaluation. Learn how to confidently challenge the school's findings and get the answers your child deserves. You’ll understand how to leverage the IEE Independent Educational Evaluation and have the school pay...
2025-07-31
13 min
The Literacy Keys - Dyslexia resources and structured literacy tips by an Orton Gillingham tutor
How to Improve Reading Comprehension? Say goodbye to reading comprehension worksheets. Use a 10-minute routine to improve reading comprehension skills (works for 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th grade…any age)
Stop searching how to improve reading comprehension and sit back as host Tracy Young, a certified Orton Gillingham tutor shares proven ways to improve reading comprehension skills. So many kids hit a “brick wall” when the reading load explodes. The struggle shows up as procrastination, exhaustion, or homework that takes forever. Tracy breaks down what’s really going on and shares activities to improve reading comprehension. These activities go beyond reading comprehension worksheets. In this episode, you’ll learn:How to spot the sneaky reasons comprehension tanksA simple check to confirm whether...
2025-07-24
09 min
The Literacy Keys - Dyslexia resources and structured literacy tips by an Orton Gillingham tutor
Does Your Child Shut Down or Lack Motivation? Discover how perseverance and resilience is a game changer and what to do when learning stalls
Perseverance and Resilience can feel impossible when your child is staring at a page of homework, and you’re running out of pep talks and patience. After listening to this episode, you’ll know exactly what to say (and do) when learning stalls, motivation tanks, and you’re worried you’re both sliding backward.If you’re parenting a child with dyslexia, you’ve likely seen the pattern: a burst of progress… then a plateau… maybe even a dip. That doesn’t mean your tutoring plan isn’t working. In this episode, Tracy breaks down what’s really h...
2025-07-17
10 min
The Literacy Keys - Dyslexia resources and structured literacy tips by an Orton Gillingham tutor
Passionate or Obsessive? A parent's journey from dyslexia diagnosis to empowering others.
Get ready, parents! In this inaugural episode, your host, Tracy Young—an Orton Gillingham tutor, dyslexia tutor, and mom of a dyslexic child, lays bare her own journey, sharing how she became so incredibly passionate, (or "obsessive" as her dyslexic daughter affectionately calls it) about all things surrounding dyslexia. Tracy holds nothing back, admitting right from the start that she did everything wrong. "Yup! I’m a classic example of what NOT to do," she frequently admits. But that's exactly why you need to listen! She’s here to share the good, the bad, and the ugly, so you...
2025-07-11
08 min
The Reading Instruction Show
Orton-Gillingham: Behind the Pretty Words
The problem with Orton-Gillingham and similar for-profit products (Lindamood, Wilson Language Training, Barton System, etc.) is that they try to reduce teaching to an algorithm. An algorithm is a formula for solving problems in which you follow a step-by-step set of procedures (with fidelity) to achieve a specific outcome. In other words, by correctly following a prescribed set of steps in the specified order, you will be led to a predefined solution. Algorithms are useful in mathematics and computer science for calculation, data processing, and automatic reasoning. For teaching of any kind? Not so much.However, Orton-Gillingham...
2025-05-06
17 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
A Case for Handwriting (with Denise Sherman)
Today, we’ll speak with Denise Sherman, Curriculum and Instructional Specialist at Brainspring, about the importance of handwriting instruction for students, how handwriting helps develop important skills later in life, and what we risk losing if we cut back on handwriting instruction in schools. Brainspring’s Handwriting Program is LIVE! Order Now! https://brainspring.com/.../classroom-package.../ We’re thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new handwriting program, designed to help students develop confident, legible handwriting—one stroke at a time. Grounded in multisensory, structured literacy principles, our program supports fine motor skills and reinforces...
2025-04-29
19 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
Maryanne Wolf on Digital Literacy
Today, we’ll speak with special guest Maryanne Wolf, a renowned scholar and director of UCLA’s Center for Dyslexia, about her research on the reading brain, how digital technologies are affecting our brains, and what we can do to prepare young children for an increasingly digital world. Subscribe to our newsletter! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/S9onxP7/brainspringnewsletter Email: podcast@brainspring.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OrtonGillinghamTraining YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrainspringOrtonGillingham Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brainspringortongillingham/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Bra...
2025-03-31
49 min
Virtual Education Intervention Podcast
Neurodivergence and Dyslexia: Orton Gillingham is the Gold Standard for Reading Intervention
ReadingRockets.org explains that “Orton–Gillingham was the first teaching approach specifically designed to help struggling readers by explicitly teaching the connections between letters and sounds. Today — decades later — many reading programs include Orton–Gillingham ideas. Even though this is a more tedious way to learn reading, it remains the most highly effective strategy for dyslexic readers. It is considered the GOLD STANDARD for reading intervention.
2025-02-18
38 min
Together in Literacy
4.11 Orton-Gillingham Academy Founding Fellow, Helaine Schupack
To follow up on our interview with Tiffany Solomon in episode 10, we brought her back with another special guest, Helaine Schupack. Helaine has played an instrumental role in Tiffany’s life as she navigated her education with dyslexia. Helaine Schupack is one of the founding Fellows of the Orton-Gillingham Academy (OGA), which was founded in 1995 and now has over 3,800 members. Her mission to help individuals with dyslexia receive the interventions they need to thrive eventually expanded to her joining forces with the Orton Society (now the International Dyslexia Association) when it formed its Teacher Training Initiative. She’s be...
2025-02-17
1h 00
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
Inequities in Education (with Dr. Ryan Lee-James)
Today, we’ll speak with Dr. Ryan Lee-James, a speech-language pathologist with expertise in reading disabilities, about her research on inequities in education, what we can do to improve literacy rates, and how we can make classroom environments more equitable. Dr. Lee-James recommends the following resources for families interested in advocating for their children: National Center for Improving Literacy (https://www.improvingliteracy.org/index.html) Cox Campus (https://coxcampus.org/) Florida Center for Reading Research (https://fcrr.org/) Subscribe to our newsle...
2025-01-27
35 min
Right to Read
What is the Orton-Gillingham Approach and Why is it Effective for Dyslexic Learners?
Allison Meyerson is acutely aware that parents need professional support when navigating the inner workings of school districts, which inspired her to become an educational advocate. She is a retired teacher with over thirty years’ experience with Clarkstown Central School District in Rockland County, NY. Since 2005, she has been a Literacy Specialist providing intensive interventions to students with reading difficulties, primarily those diagnosed with dyslexia.Allison is Level IV Orton-Gillingham certified through Fairleigh Dickinson University. In this episode, Allison discusses the Orton-Gillingham approach, what is included in every Orton-Gillingham lesson, and why this approach is beneficial for dyslexic learners. Co...
2025-01-15
20 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
America's #1 Youth Motivational Speaker (with Jordan Toma)
Today, we're joined by Jordan Toma, an inspirational author who overcame multiple learning disabilities to become the number one youth motivational speaker and youth advocate in the United States. Watch the video version of this podcast here: https://youtu.be/C0vj72zCXEg #dyslexia #inspiration Subscribe to our newsletter! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/S9onxP7/brainspringnewsletter Email: podcast@brainspring.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OrtonGillinghamTraining YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrainspringOrtonGillingham Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brainspringortongillingham/ Twit...
2024-12-09
52 min
Together in Literacy
4.5 The Foundational Principles of Orton-Gillingham (part 2)
This is part 2 of our series about the foundational principles of Orton-Gillingham. You can listen to part 1, here! In that episode, we discussed that Orton-Gillingham is Direct and Explicit, Individualized, Structured, Sequential, Cumulative and Flexible, and Emotionally Sound. In this episode, we will look at the remaining Orton-Gillingham principles and the structured literacy elements and guidelines. And, at the beginning of the episode, Casey will share her experience at the recent IDA conference! Resources mentioned in this episode: IDA future conferences OGA annual conference Multisensory Teaching of Basic Language Skills 4th Edition by Judith...
2024-11-25
46 min
Teacher Edition Podcast
Integrating Orton-Gillingham for Effective Reading Instruction: Core Principles, Practical Application and Classroom Implementation
"There was a big gap between what they could do and what I was supposed to be teaching them." — Dr. Christina Franco Have you ever been trying to help a student and you just feel like your collection of tools and tricks is running out? You feel like you just need something else to help this student? I think we have all been there at one point or another … and maybe you are currently sitting with your head on the desk racking your brain for another way to reach out and break through with a child...
2024-11-19
31 min
Teacher Edition Podcast
Integrating Orton-Gillingham for Effective Reading Instruction: Core Principles, Practical Application and Classroom Implementation
"There was a big gap between what they could do and what I was supposed to be teaching them." — Dr. Christina Franco Have you ever been trying to help a student and you just feel like your collection of tools and tricks is running out? You feel like you just need something else to help this student? I think we have all been there at one point or another … and maybe you are currently sitting with your head on the desk racking your brain for another way to reach out and break through with a child...
2024-11-19
31 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
An Artist with Dyslexia (with Krista Weltner)
Today, we’ll speak with Krista Weltner, a gifted artist who overcame dyslexia and found success as an author, illustrator, puppet maker, stop-motion animator, filmmaker, costume designer, and comic book creator. Watch the video version of this podcast here: https://youtu.be/OpsG4Rl8k54 Also, be sure to check out Krista's wonderful short film Partially Compensated: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Dk1KAy16Fs Subscribe to our newsletter! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/S9onxP7/brainspringnewsletter Email: podcast@brainspring.com Facebook: https...
2024-11-14
27 min
Together in Literacy
4.4 The Foundational Principles of Orton-Gillingham (part 1)
In today’s landscape of literacy instruction, we continue to hear about the importance of bridging the science of reading to practice. The Orton-Gillingham approach is grounded in research and what brings learning to life. So what are those foundational pieces that we all hold dear - that we know are critical to have within our work with dyslexic students? In this episode, we will take a look at the Orton-Gillingham principles and the structured literacy elements and guidelines. Resources mentioned in this episode: 2.13 The Science of Learning The Many Faces of Dysle...
2024-11-11
46 min
Reach All Readers
Understanding the Orton-Gillingham Approach - with Pryor Rayburn
189: Pryor Rayburn, a teacher and Fellow in Training with the Orton-Gillingham Academy, shares education resources through her website, The Orton Gillingham Mama. In today's episode she explains the principles of Orton-Gillingham, discusses the elements that are not yet supported by research, and shares an effective routine for teaching those tricky function words (the, was, what etc.) that often trip kids up (spoiler alert: it's all about meaning!).Click here for the show notes from this episode.Sign up for my free masterclass, 5 Essential Steps to Reach All Readers.
2024-10-07
39 min
The Science of Writing Instruction
Ep. 10: How Orton Gillingham Method Can Help Your Writers Succeed
Pryor Rayburn is a Fellow-in-Training and Certified member of the Orton Gillingham Academy and a Certified Academic Language Therapist (CALT) with ALTA. Pryor graduated from Davidson College with a bachelor’s degree in art, and she holds a Master of Education degree in Special Education, Orton Gillingham. Currently Pryor is the Director of the Associate Orton Gillingham training through Key Learning Center. She also creates Structured Literacy digital resources for teachers to use with their students. Prior to her current roles, she was the Director of the Educational Resource Program at a private school, an Orton Gillingham tutor, President of...
2024-09-22
26 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
"Keep the Light Burning": How Brooke Steingold Overcame Dyslexia and Became a Successful Nurse
Today, we’ll speak with Brooke Steingold, a successful nurse with dyslexia and ADHD, about how she went from dropping out of high school to becoming a college graduate and an inspiration to her daughter. Subscribe to our newsletter! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/S9onxP7/brainspringnewsletter Email: podcast@brainspring.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OrtonGillinghamTraining YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrainspringOrtonGillingham Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brainspringortongillingham/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrainspringOG TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brainspringog LinkedIn: https...
2024-09-14
42 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
The Pillars of Reading: A Need for Comprehension Instruction (with Dr. Elena Forzani and Dr. Andrea Bien)
We’ll speak with Dr. Elena Forzani and Dr. Andrea Bien, two former elementary teachers and current professors at Boston University, about the importance of comprehension instruction and why students need to develop multiple skills to become good readers. Further reading: "A Focus on Phonics or Comprehension? What Reading Research Should Look Like in Practice" by Dr. Elena Forzani and Dr. Andrea Bien https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/opinion-a-focus-on-phonics-or-comprehension-what-reading-research-should-look-like-in-practice/2023/08 "The Science of Reading Progresses: Communicating Advances Beyond the Simple View of Reading" by Nell K. Duke and Kelly B. Cartwright (includes a model of the active view o...
2024-08-01
48 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
Surviving the NFL...when you can't read the playbook (with Deon Butler)
We’re joined by Deon Butler, a former tight end for the Detroit Lions, whose personal battle with dyslexia inspired him to start a new vocation as a motivational speaker and advocate for struggling readers. Subscribe to our newsletter! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/S9onxP7/brainspringnewsletter Email: podcast@brainspring.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OrtonGillinghamTraining YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrainspringOrtonGillingham Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brainspringortongillingham/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrainspringOG TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brainspringog Link...
2024-06-28
1h 02
Private Practice Success Stories
Adding Orton-Gillingham Reading Services to Your Practice with Elizabeth Doherty
Thinking about adding Orton Gillingham to your own private practice? You’ll love this episode of Private Practice Success Stories! I sat down with Elizabeth Doherty, who is a speech-language pathologist and reading specialist with a private practice in New York called Manhattan Speech, Language & Literacy. After working in the schools, she decided to start her private practice in order to gain more flexibility and financial freedom. In this episode, she talks about her interest in the relationship between speech, language, and reading, and how that led her t...
2024-05-27
33 min
The Homeschool Advantage Podcast
Helping Struggling Readers and Dyslexic Learners Through The Orton Gillingham Approach With Jane Engel CEO of Angel Educators
Intro Jane Engel CEO of Angel Educators, she started tutoring after she retired from the classroom, due to the overwhelming amount of students that were struggling with reading. As she searched for educational materials to support almost everything she found online didn't comply with the approach she learned during her training, and over the years Jane ended up making hundreds of worksheets of her own. Unsure if this was the direction God wanted her to venture. She prayed for doors to close if this was not what she was supposed to do. Instead, God's been open...
2024-05-09
13 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
The Pillars of Reading: Dr. David Kilpatrick on Phonemic Awareness
Today, we’re joined by special guest Dr. David Kilpatrick, a certified school psychologist, professor emeritus of psychology for the State University of New York College at Cortland, an avid researcher of learning disabilities, and author of several works on literacy. His seminal book, Equipped for Reading Success, has become an essential component of literacy curricula in programs across the country, and has helped thousands of students learn to read. Subscribe to our newsletter! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/S9onxP7/brainspringnewsletter Email: podcast@brainspring.com Facebook: https://www.faceb...
2024-05-08
58 min
UBCNews - Education
Boosting Autism Literacy: Orton-Gillingham Expert Tips
An article covering the subject of 'Orton-Gillingham Comprehensive Reading Strategy for Children with Autism' entitled 'Orton-Gillingham Comprehensive Reading Strategy for Children with Autism' has now been released and published by Tiny English Gems, an authority website in the children with autism who are seeking effective strategies to help improve their child's reading skills niche. The article brings to light fascinating information, and especially for parents or caregivers of children with autism who are seeking effective strategies to support their child's literacy development. parents, educators, and caregivers and anybody else who's interested in Orton-Gillingham Comprehensive Reading Strategy for Children with...
2024-05-06
03 min
UBCNews - Education
Boosting Autism Literacy: Orton-Gillingham Expert Tips
Tiny English Gems has published its latest article covering Orton-Gillingham Comprehensive Reading Strategy for Children with Autism, which is aimed primarily at parents, educators, and caregivers. The article is available for viewing in full at https://tinyenglishgems.com/orton-gillingham-comprehensive-reading-strategy-for-children-with-autism/ Tiny English Gems City: Suwon-siAddress: South KoreaWebsite: http://tinyenglishgems.com
2024-05-06
03 min
Literacy Talks
New Perspectives on the Orton-Gillingham Approach
The Orton-Gillingham approach to teaching literacy is growing in popularity for students with dyslexia, and now it is often included in state-level education policy. In this episode of Literacy Talks, our hosts talk in-depth about the research supporting key components of the “OG” approach and explore where additional research is needed. The spark for this conversation is an important article published in October of 2023 in The Reading League Journal. Tune in and learn more about what’s known and what’s yet to be studied. It will reaffirm some things you know and open the door to new learning. As educa...
2024-03-06
44 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
"Never Lose Heart": A Push to Improve Literacy in Kentucky (with Micki Ray)
Today, we’ll speak with Micki Ray, Chief Academic Officer of the Kentucky Department of Education, about how her experience as a high school English teacher inspired her professional passion to help struggling readers. Then, we’ll hear about what the KDE is currently doing to improve literacy rates in Kentucky. Subscribe to our newsletter! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/S9onxP7/brainspringnewsletter Email: podcast@brainspring.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OrtonGillinghamTraining YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrainspringOrtonGillingham Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brainspringortongillingham/ Twitter: h...
2024-03-04
31 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
A Need for Decodable Stories (with Carolee Dean)
Today, we’ll hear from Carolee Dean, a speech-language pathologist, certified academic language therapist, and children’s author whose experiences working with dyslexic students led to a new career as an author of decodable books and educational resources. Check out Carolee's blog here: https://caroleedeanbooks.blogspot.com/ Subscribe to our newsletter! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/S9onxP7/brainspringnewsletter Email: podcast@brainspring.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OrtonGillinghamTraining YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrainspringOrtonGillingham Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brainspringortongillingham/ Twitter: h...
2024-02-19
29 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
Self-Esteem, Anxiety, and Dyslexia (with Nicki Winter)
Next from the IDA Conference, we'll hear from Nicki Winter, a dyslexia therapist and the creator of Brilliant Strengths, a strengths-based program designed to raise self-esteem and lower anxiety in students with dyslexia. Then, we'll introduce our Student of the Month for January 2024. Check out Brilliant Strengths here: https://www.brilliantstrengths.com/ Subscribe to our newsletter! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/S9onxP7/brainspringnewsletter Email: podcast@brainspring.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OrtonGillinghamTraining YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrainspringOrtonGillingham Instagram: https://www.inst...
2024-01-23
30 min
EdTech Marketing Podcast
Episode 29: Orton Gillingham: A Systematic Approach to Literacy with Stephanie Nislow of Ogstar Reading
In this episode of the EdTech Marketing Podcast, host Mateo Elvira interviews Stephanie Nislow, the CEO and founder of Ogstar Reading. Stephanie shares her journey from being a teacher to becoming a passionate advocate for helping struggling readers, particularly those with dyslexia, through the Orton Gillingham approach. They discuss the impact of Ogstar in various school districts and the positive feedback from teachers and parents. Stephanie also provides insight into the effectiveness of Ogstar for dyslexic students and English language learners. If you're interested in learning more about leveraging the science of reading in your classrooms, this episode is...
2023-12-28
12 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
Voices from the IDA - A Conversation with Trevor Thomas
Today, we’ll hear from special guest Trevor Thomas, Superintendent for Heath City Schools in Heath, Ohio and the Superintendent Representative on the Ohio Dyslexia Committee, about how he and his team have worked to advance student literacy at all levels. Then, we’ll introduce our Student of the Month for December 2023. Subscribe to our newsletter! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/S9onxP7/brainspringnewsletter Email: podcast@brainspring.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OrtonGillinghamTraining YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrainspringOrtonGillingham Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brainspringortongillingham/ Twitter: ht...
2023-12-22
19 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
Voices from the IDA - A Conversation with Marilyn Zecher
Today, we’ll hear from special guest Marilyn Zecher, a Certified Academic Language Therapist, dyslexia specialist, and the creator of two graduate-level methods courses in Multisensory Mathematics. Subscribe to our newsletter! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/S9onxP7/brainspringnewsletter Email: podcast@brainspring.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OrtonGillinghamTraining YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrainspringOrtonGillingham Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brainspringortongillingham/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrainspringOG TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brainspringog LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/brainspring/ Linktree...
2023-11-20
30 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
Voices from the IDA - A Conversation with Allison Peck
Today, we'll hear from special guest Allison Peck, Chief Academic Officer at Neuhaus Education Center, about how advocating for her son led to a fulfilling career in education. Then, we'll introduce our very first Student of the Month. Subscribe to our newsletter! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/S9onxP7/brainspringnewsletter Email: podcast@brainspring.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OrtonGillinghamTraining YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrainspringOrtonGillingham Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brainspringortongillingham/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrainspringOG TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brainspringog
2023-11-02
31 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
How Can You Advocate for Your Child?
Hello and welcome back! This week, Katie and Esther discussed how parents can advocate for their children when they notice that they are having reading difficulties. But first, we wanted to talk about a current hot topic in educational news. According to an article written by Emily Peck for Axios, the wage gap between teachers and other professionals is the widest it has been since 1960. What are your thoughts on this? To access this article, refer to the link below and make sure to tell us what you think! Now to ge...
2023-10-11
19 min
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2023-09-14
00 min
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2023-09-14
00 min
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2023-09-14
00 min
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2023-09-13
00 min
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2023-09-09
00 min
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2023-09-08
00 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
What’s YOUR Superpower? Superheroes with Dyslexia Featuring Dr. Nikolai Vitti
Hello and welcome back! This week we are continuing our series called, “What’s YOUR Superpower? Superheroes with Dyslexia”. This week we have a very special guest. He is the Superintendent of Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD) and has an impressive educational background despite having to deal with dyslexia himself. Please help us welcome, Dr. Nikolai Vitti! Dr. Nikolai Vitti is a native Metro Detroiter from an immigrant family who went on to pursue education first as a student, and later as an educator himself. From being a college athlete at Wake Forest University while ea...
2023-08-07
49 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
What’s YOUR Superpower? Superheroes with Dyslexia Featuring Nancy Winar
Hello and welcome back! Unfortunately, Katie couldn’t join us today due to being sick, but we are sending her well wishes and hoping she gets better soon! For today, we are excited to announce a new series we are launching called, What’s YOUR Superpower? Superheroes with Dyslexia. In this series, we will be highlighting people who have dyslexia or reading differences and asking them how it has shaped them into the people they are today and how it helped define their careers. Our superhero guest today is our very own Director of P...
2023-06-26
39 min
doralletaral
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2023-05-31
00 min
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2023-05-31
00 min
Academic Conversation with Merten & Morgan
Our Orton Gillingham Adventure
In this episode, Mary and Alicia discuss their recent Orton Gillingham training and how it has affected student learning. If you are interested in learning about structured literacy or you are considering becoming Orton Gillingham trained, this is the episode for you!
2023-04-22
40 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
De-Stress with Us
Hello and welcome back! On today’s episode of the Orton-Gillingham Podcast, Katie and Esther share tips on how to “spring forward” through springtime burnout that affects teachers and students. But first, we have a contest winner to announce! March was National Reading Month and Brainspring rolled out a contest for a chance for listeners to win a $500 donation to a library of their choosing. To enter, listeners were to comment on our Facebook contest post the book they are currently reading. Names were collected and placed into festive Easter eggs to be drawn on...
2023-04-17
27 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
Dyslexia in D.C. (with Jeanine Cyrwus)
Hello and welcome back! On today’s episode of the Orton-Gillingham Podcast, we are speaking with special guest Jeanine Cyrwus about Dyslexia in D.C. Jeanine has an M.Ed. in Special Education and a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies in Education Leadership. She also has a Dyslexia Advocacy Certificate from the Dyslexia Training Institute. Jeanine has an impressive 20 years of experience in the field of Special Education, with her focus being on learning difficulties and dyslexia. Positions that Jeanine has held include Classroom Special Education Teacher, Learning Specialist, Language Arts Coordinator at Oakw...
2023-03-06
45 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
Honoring Black History Month
Hello and welcome back! On today’s episode of the Orton-Gillingham Podcast, we are taking the time to honor some prominent Black figures for Black History Month. We tasked Katie and Esther with providing three people they would like to talk about with their listeners. But first, today is Valentine’s Day! Did you know that Frederick Douglass’s birthday was on Valentine’s Day? Well, it was assumed to be his birthday because his mother used to call him, “my little valentine.” Frederick Douglass was a slave, abolitionist, a writer, and so much more, and was also a...
2023-02-14
27 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
The BUZZ in the News
Hello and welcome back! On today’s episode, we are discussing a story that has been all the “buzz” in the education world. But first, Katie and Esther shared what they did for New Years and their New Year’s Resolutions. Also, make sure to stay clear of spilled salt, cracks in the cement, and black cats. It’s Friday the 13th! So, what is the “buzz” in the news? There’s a podcast out there that is grabbing the attention of educators everywhere. Emily Hanford’s podcast, Sold a Story, addresses the way that school dis...
2023-01-13
27 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
The Science of Reading (with Penny Ezell)
Hello and welcome back! On today’s episode, we are talking all about the Science of Reading. But before we get to that, we talk briefly about the “Queen of Halloween” contest, and Katie and Esther share their favorite books in honor of Author’s Day, which was on November 1st. Katie: Roald Dahl (She also likes the book, The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls) Esther: EM Forster, who wrote A Room With a View And we also have a contest winner to announce! Congrats to Ryan for guessing our...
2022-11-28
38 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
The Halloween Special
Hello and Happy Halloween! Today our hosts came prepared with their Halloween costumes to discuss their plans for this spooky season. Katie came dressed as the Grammar Police; a costume inspired by Esther because she does NOT like bad grammar. Esther has arrived in her spookiest witch getup! Katie loves Halloween and scary movies, but you won’t be catching her in any haunted houses! Esther explored a spooky trail filled with jump scares and lots of screams to be heard. To start off our Halloween special, Esther and Katie share their favorite scary bo...
2022-10-24
23 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
All About Dyslexia Awareness Month
Hello and welcome back! In today’s episode, our hosts are talking all about dyslexia, in honor of October being Dyslexia Awareness Month. Before getting into the topic, Katie and Esther announce the “Funniest Back to School Story” contest winner. Congrats to Shannon! Shannon won a Free Self-Paced Refresher course and a $50 gift card to the Brainspring store. Our hosts also shared an honorable mention from Kim. Thank you both for listening and submitting your stories! Next, Katie and Esther talk about Dyslexia Awareness Month, which is currently happening in the month of October. Dyslexia is a language...
2022-10-15
21 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
Homeschooling (with Laura Seymore)
Hello and welcome back! On this episode, our hosts are speaking with homeschooling expert, Laura Seymore, about her experience teaching her kids at home and how exactly she did it. But first, “Talk like a Pirate Day” is September 19th and Katie and Esther share their best pirate accents and jokes! Joke #1: Why does it take a pirate so long to learn the alphabet? They spend years at “C”! Joke #2: What does the pirate say when his leg gets stuck in the freezer? Shiver me timber! Background on Laura Seymore: Works at Brainspring as an instruc...
2022-09-26
40 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
Welcome Back!
Welcome Back! - Show Notes The Orton-Gillingham Podcast is back after a hiatus just in time to start the new school year! Katie and Esther reintroduce themselves by sharing three fun facts about each other. Three things Esther shared about Katie: She is a compassionate educator of the deaf She is a great leader (and mom!) She is freakishly organized… And always uses a pencil when writing notes (for easy editing!) Three things Katie shared about Esther: Esther laughs at everything She has a huge Sicilian family and is about...
2022-08-22
24 min
Reach All Readers
What you need to know about Orton-Gillingham
#069: What IS Orton-Gillingham anyway? Is it backed by research? What do critics have to say? We'll answer these questions and more in today's episode.Click here for the show notes for this episode.Sign up for my free masterclass, 5 Essential Steps to Reach All Readers. Get my book, Reach All Readers! Looking for printable resources that align with the science of reading? Click here to learn more about our popular and affordable membership for PreK through 3rd...
2022-03-07
19 min
Dyslexia Explored
#118 Orton-Gillingham Tutor shared about homeschooling, IEP, self-efficacy and learning to teach differently. Ash Voisine
Ash Voisine was a business and entrepreneurship graduate but when a teacher of her child admitted that they can’t help the child, she decided to homeschool her kids. She looked for other ways to teach with programs like the Orton-Gillingham system. She’s now finishing her master’s degree in special education. This week, we talked to Ash Voisine about how she found out she’s dyslexic when she was studying to be an Orton-Gillingham tutor for her children. She also talked about the IEP and the red tape parents may encounter when fighting for their child's...
2021-12-01
1h 09
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
Esther & Katie - Literacy Play
In this episode, Esther and Katie discuss ways parents can turn practicing literacy skills into playing with their kids over holiday breaks! ----- Head to our website (www.brainspring.com) to learn more about bringing the Orton-Gillingham approach to your school or district.
2021-11-23
15 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
Isabella Martin - Being a Student with a Learning Disability
Today we’re joined by Isabella Martin, a Broadcast Journalism student at Michigan State University and Brainspring’s Marketing and Editorial Intern. Isabella is passionate about multisensory education because she has Dyscalculia and ADHD. She joins us to share her perspective as a student with a learning difference. ----- Head to our website (www.brainspring.com) to learn more about bringing the Orton-Gillingham approach to your school or district.
2021-09-22
27 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
Elizabeth Coller - The Kinderhearted Classroom
In this episode, Elizabeth Coller from the Kinderhearted Classroom joins us. Elizabeth has taught at the elementary and high school levels and is currently teaches kindergarten at a private Christian school in California. She is here to chat with us about social-emotional learning and student relationships. --- Head to our website (www.brainspring.com) to learn more about bringing the Orton-Gillingham approach to your school or district!
2021-08-11
34 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
Dr. Salli Lewis - Effective Educational Research
Our guest for today's episode is Dr. Salli Lewis, the Director of the Research Division for CReATE. Founded in 2007 by Dr. Lewis and her partner, Dr. Daniels, CReATE specializes in providing evidence-based evaluations and implementing applied clinical research. Dr. Lewis is a licensed clinical psychologist with expertise in evidence-based treatments and in assessing, identifying, and treating social-emotional, behavioral, developmental, and neurodevelopmental syndromes. She joins us today to discuss the research process as it pertains to multisensory education. --- Connect with us on: Facebook Twitter: @BrainspringOG Instagram: @brainspringortongillingham Our...
2021-07-14
40 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
Cheryl Garner - Getting Buy-In from Older Students
In this episode, we’re chatting with Cheryl Garner, an educator from Florida with 30 years of classroom experience. After graduating from the University of Central Florida, Cheryl initially taught high school English for two years. Due to budget cuts, she was moved to second grade and, like many of us, found herself looking for resources on how to teach reading. She found Brainspring and the rest is history. Cheryl is with us today to discuss getting buy-in from older students who need Orton-Gillingham intervention. Click here for the TedEd video Cheryl shares with her students. Che...
2021-03-24
52 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
Calvin Mann - Founder of Encourage Me, I'm Young & Reading is Life
Today we’re chatting with Calvin Mann, the President and Founder of Encourage Me, I’m Young, a non-profit mentoring organization based in Detroit, Michigan. Encourage Me, I’m Young has served more than 20,000 children nationwide through its initiatives, including Good Fathers Only, Smash Suicide, Respect Day, and regular mentorship programs. Calvin and his team are currently working on their next program, “Reading is Life!” He is with us today to share the mission of Encourage Me, I’m Young, and ways parents, mentors, and teachers can work together to help the children in their communities gain literacy and become passi...
2021-03-03
45 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
Welcoming our New Host, Sam Brooks, MSE, CDP
This episode introduces our new host, Sam Brooks! Listen in to get to know Sam, hear some relatable education stories, and understand why she loves Orton-Gillingham. Connect with us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OrtonGillingham/ Twitter: @BrainspringOG Instagram: @brainspringortongillingham Our blog, Orton-Gillingham Weekly: https://brainspring.com/ortongillinghamweekly/index.php Head to our website (www.brainspring.com) to learn more about bringing the Orton-Gillingham approach to your school or district.
2021-02-17
21 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
Marianna Ciampi - Psychoeducational Evaluations & A School Psychologist's Unique Vantage Point
Today we’re chatting with Marianna Ciampi, a School Psychologist with more than 20 years of experience. We’ll be discussing what’s involved in psychoeducational evaluations and the unique vantage point inherent in the School Psychologist's job. Marianna received her B.A. from Bowdoin College in Sociology, her Master’s in School Psychology, and Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study in Literacy Education from the University of Southern Maine, and has been trained in Orton-Gillingham for 16 years. Her personal experiences with the highs and lows of the rollercoaster of parenting and teaching enhance her commitment to the work of advocatin...
2021-02-03
43 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
Q&A #1: Why Encoding Matters & How to Integrate a Phonics Program
For our first Q&A episode Angelina, Esther & Katie tackle why encoding matters in a world filled with spellcheck and provide insight into integrating a phonics program like Phonics First® in your overall reading program. Enjoy! --- Head to our website (www.brainspring.com) to learn more about bringing the Orton-Gillingham approach to your school or district.
2021-01-20
22 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
Jacquie Moreno: The Orton-Gillingham Dyslexia Specialist Certification Process
We're chatting with Jacquie Moreno about the process of becoming a certified Orton-Gillingham Dyslexia Specialist (OGDS). Jacquie has worn many educational hats in her career before starting her current role as Brainspring’s certification practicum supervisor. She has a wealth of knowledge regarding what's necessary to become a certified Brainspring OGDS, potential career benefits to achieving this certification, and how to use it to obtain further certifications. Contact Jacquie if you're interested in learning about Brainspring's nationally-recognized Orton-Gillingham Dyslexia Specialist program. Head to our website (www.brainspring.com) to learn more about bringing the Orton-Gillingham ap...
2021-01-06
36 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
KidsRead2Kids Co-Founders: Tutoring & Advocating for Other Kids
In this episode, we’re talking with Alana, Jacob, Julia, and Rueben, the co-founders of KidsRead2Kids, a non-profit organization that provides free literacy aids to children. These siblings produce video-audio books of other kids reading, chapter-by-chapter lesson plans, a magazine, a book club for teens to mentor younger students, and a community scavenger hunt to encourage literacy. We chat about what led them to create KidsRead2Kids, their personal experiences receiving multisensory tutoring, and what's next for their organization. Check out KidsRead2Kids on their website: https://kidsread2kids.com Head to our website (www...
2020-12-16
40 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
Laurie Wagner: Finding Orton-Gillingham & The Accreditation Process
Today we’re speaking with the Vice President of Brainspring’s Educator Academy, Laurie Wagner! Laurie is the 2020 recipient of IMSLEC’s Etoile DuBard Award of Excellence. She is also the creator of Brainspring’s doubly-accredited Orton-Gillingham programs, Phonics First and Structures. Laurie joins our hosts to discuss how she first learned of Orton-Gillingham, why it became the focus of her 30-year career, and how the accreditation process works. Head to our website (www.brainspring.com) to learn more about bringing the Orton-Gillingham approach to your school or district.
2020-12-01
54 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
Kristen Kossover: Importance of Dyslexia Legislation & Multisensory Ed in All Tiers
In this episode, Kristen Kossover joins us from Arkansas where she currently serves as the Elementary Dyslexia/RtI Specialist for the Bentonville School District. She is a Certified Academic Language Therapist, Structured Literacy Dyslexia Specialist & Orton-Gillingham Dyslexia Specialist & has written & provided training in the science of reading. We chat about the impact of dyslexia legislation in Arkansas & the benefits of multisensory education in all tiers. Head to our website (www.brainspring.com) to learn more about bringing the Orton-Gillingham approach to your school or district.
2020-11-17
33 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
Jeanine Cyrwus & Chad Hodgkins: Adapting Multisensory Lessons in a Hybrid Setting
Angelina, Esther & Katie interview two educators, Jeanine Cyrwus & Chad Hodgkins about adapting multisensory lessons to virtual platforms. Jeanine is the Academic Coordinator for Language Arts at Oakwood School, a private school for students with language-based learning differences in the D.C. area. On the other end of multisensory spectrum, Chad is a high school physics teacher with a lot of tricks up his sleeves to keep his students engaged. Head to our website (www.brainspring.com) to learn more about bringing the Orton-Gillingham approach to your school or district.
2020-11-04
53 min
The Orton-Gillingham Podcast
Dr. Pamela McCaskill: Social/Emotional Impacts of Multisensory Intervention
In today's episode, we're chatting with Dr. Pamela McCaskill! Dr. Pam is a licensed psychologist and owner of McCaskill Family Services in the Metro Detroit area. She has more than 25 years of experience specializing in comprehensive evaluations for Dyslexia and ADHD. Dr. Pam joins us for our first Q&A segment to answer a listener question regarding dyslexia and math. Head to our website (www.brainspring.com) to learn more about bringing the Orton-Gillingham approach to your school or district.
2020-11-04
59 min