Using Orton-Gillingham Phonics First®, you are very familiar with the “Magic Sand Tray”.  The tactile support is a critical component to the Orton-Gillingham method.  However, the s … read more

March is Reading Month is coming to end, but do we really want the party to end?  While most of us love any excuse to celebrate reading, Joe makes a good point in his blog.  Shouldn’t every month be R … read more

Syllable awareness is a very critical skill as students progress in their understanding of reading and spelling concepts. They move from reading and writing single syllable words (often with consonant … read more

To celebrate March is Reading Month, Brainspring Tutors and Instructors share their tips and ideas for motivating students to read. “How do you motivate your students to read?” I motivate my young, … read more

How do you motivate a child to enjoy something they work so hard to avoid? Maybe it is time to introduce them to the exciting world of Graphic Novels. After many encounters with reading challenges, s … read more

In all my years as a reading tutor, I have found it hard to motivate students to want to read. Yes, I can teach them the code (phonics), I can practice fluency and build their vocabulary. I can show t … read more