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Tips, tools, and insights to help kids grow in reading, writing, and math—so learning feels less stressful and more joyful.

Moving Beyond Orton–Gillingham—What Comes Next? August 8, 2025 Abigail SullivanAbigail Sullivan - Orton–Gillingham is a powerful approach for early and struggling readers, but what happens once a student masters those foundational skills? As students grow in confidence…
When ADHD and Dyslexia Overlap August 8, 2025 Abigail SullivanAbigail Sullivan - It’s not uncommon for a child to have both ADHD and dyslexia and when they do, it can create a unique set of challenges. A…
Dyslexia Looks Different in Every Child August 8, 2025 Abigail SullivanAbigail Sullivan - Dyslexia is one of the most common learning differences yet no two children with dyslexia are exactly alike. Some kids struggle with discerning the differences…
Handwriting Still Matters—Here’s Why August 8, 2025 Abigail SullivanAbigail Sullivan - In today’s tech-filled world, it’s easy to assume handwriting isn’t a priority anymore. But research and experience say otherwise. Handwriting and letter formation are closely…
Why Structured Literacy Matters in Preschool August 8, 2025 Abigail SullivanAbigail Sullivan - You might not expect preschoolers to begin formal reading instruction, but that doesn’t mean they’re too young for literacy. In fact, structured literacy principles start…
What Is Number Sense—and Why It Matters So Much August 8, 2025 Abigail SullivanAbigail Sullivan - When people think about math, they often picture memorizing facts or solving problems on paper. But long before that, children develop something even more essential:…
What Is the Orton–Gillingham Approach? August 8, 2025 Abigail SullivanAbigail Sullivan - Orton–Gillingham is a structured, multi-sensory approach to reading instruction. It was designed to help students who struggle with decoding, spelling, and reading fluency by making…
The Reading Wars: Why There’s So Much Debate—and What Really Matters August 8, 2025 Abigail SullivanAbigail Sullivan - If you’ve ever felt confused by the debate over how reading should be taught in schools, you’re not alone. “Whole language,” “balanced literacy,” “phonics,” “structured…
Why Early Intervention in K–2 Makes All the Difference August 8, 2025 Abigail SullivanAbigail Sullivan - If you’re worried about your child’s progress in kindergarten, first, or second grade, you’re not alone. And you’re right to pay close attention. Early intervention…
The Matthew Effect in Reading—Why Early Gains Matter August 8, 2025 Abigail SullivanAbigail Sullivan - Ever heard the saying “the rich get richer”? In reading education, that idea has a name: the Matthew Effect. Coined by psychologist Keith Stanovich, the…

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